Little ArtLab – Blocked and Loaded

17 July - 21 August, 2026

Little ArtLab – Blocked and Loaded

Little ArtLab provides hands-on creative fun for kids aged 3-5 years to enjoy with their parents and carers. Little ones can experiment, play and create with art-based activities inspired by HOTA Gallery's current exhibitions.

In this Little ArtLab we will create brightly coloured, geometric art objects inspired by Petalia Humphreys’ three-dimensional, abstract paintings in UNLEASHED+.

Together, we’ll stack, shift, and assemble wooden cubes into simple sculptural objects, then bring them to life with a palette of eye-popping colour combinations.

Come ready to experiment, play, and take home a brightly coloured geometric masterpiece!

Children must be accompanied by an adult or carer and cannot be left unsupervised at any time.

On the first Saturday of every month between 9am-10am we offer Quiet Hour in HOTA Gallery. Our Quiet Hour is provided to ensure a relaxed and calm environment for anyone who prefers a quieter visitor experience. Please meet at Ground Entry for access to Quiet Hour. During Quiet Hour: Signage encourages visitors to contribute to a more calming environment Tannoys (public address system) are turned off Music is turned off Accessible bathrooms without electric hand dryers available for use Lower sound and light levels are employed where possible We can provide a quiet break out space, please ask a member of staff A Social Story for the Gallery is available at reception and to download below.

EXHIBITIONS