About

The Saturday Art Club is part of the National Saturday Club network. It is a free weekly creative drop-in event for young people aged 13-16 who live or study in the Royal Borough of Greenwich. 

This is a wonderful opportunity to develop new skills, make new friends, achieve a Bronze Art Award and showcase your artwork in a national exhibition!

As a Club member you will attend weekly Saturday classes led by expert tutors in your local community, and take part in national events throughout the year including visits to leading cultural institutions, Masterclasses with industry, a Summer Show exhibition of all Club members’ work at London’s prestigious Somerset House, and a Graduation Ceremony. A remarkable national network of further education, higher education, the cultural sector, and industry works together in partnership to deliver these enriching extracurricular activities.

As part of the National Saturday Club, you will take part in national events throughout the year including:  
- Visits to leading cultural institutions  
- The London Visit, in which club members take part in a pop-up self-portrait exhibition and visit London’s cultural venues  
- A masterclass with a leading creative industry professional  
- The Summer Show where all club members exhibit their final pieces at the prestigious Somerset House, London 

Do I need to bring anything? 
All materials will be provided, including snacks and refreshments. You’re welcome to come along by yourself or bring some friends. 

Do I need to attend every session? 
To get the most out of each session, it is important to come on time and regularly, and to let us know if you can’t make it in advance. 

How much does it cost? 
It is free! All food and equipment will be provided, including travel expenses for scheduled trips outside the museum. You do need to be able to travel to and from the museum for the weekly sessions.

Sign up here.

* The National Saturday Club coordinates national network of further education, higher education, the cultural sector, and creative industry working together in partnership to deliver these enriching extracurricular activities.