Our gallery features a series of dynamic public programs for children and adults.
Gallery public programs
Floor talk with Debra Dascal
Tuesday 27 October, 1pm
Glen Eira City Council Gallery
Join resident Debra Dascal, the daughter of fashion designer Simon Shinberg, the founder of fashion labels Sharene Creations and Mr Simon, and Curator Diane Soumilas, for an engaging conversation about the extraordinary career of fashion designer Simon Shinberg, with a focus on his 1970s fashion.
Free. Bookings required. Book from Tuesday 1 September.
Floor talk with Jon Haskin
Wednesday 4 November, 12pm
Glen Eira City Council Gallery
Join Jon Haskin, a relative of fashion designer Leon Haskin, who will share stories associated with Leon Haskin’s career as a Melbourne fashion designer and provide an insight into the Haskin family history.
Free. Bookings required. Book from Tuesday 1 September.
Floor talk with Prue Acton OBE
Friday 6 November, 1pm
Glen Eira City Council Gallery
Join Australian fashion icon Prue Acton OBE for an inspiring talk about the vibrant fashion world of 1970s Melbourne, her celebrated designs and highly successful fashion label. Hear stories from her extraordinary three-decade career and her significant contribution to Australian fashion history.
Free. Bookings required.
Mini Me Makers. 1970s Style workshop for children
Sunday 8 and 22 November, 10am–12pm
Glen Eira City Council Gallery
Create your own 1970s-inspired ‘mini me’ in this hands-on workshop with artist and teacher Yasmin Gaté née del Mar. Using drawing, collage and mixed materials, children will design bold outfits inspired by flared pants, vests and graphic prints.
The workshop focuses on colour, pattern and self-expression, with an introduction to basic fashion design. Each piece will become part of a vibrant collaborative display in the exhibition.
Suitable for children aged 6–10. Children must be accompanied by a parent or carer.
Tickets: $7. Bookings required. All materials supplied. Book from Tuesday 1 September.
Live Sunday Sessions with Esencia with Jack Howard
Sunday 8 November
2pm and 3pm (two 45-minute sessions)
Glen Eira City Council Gallery
Esencia is a quartet of brilliant Melbourne musicians exploring their love of Latin music.
Featuring Jack Howard (Hunters and Collectors) on trumpet and vocals, the brilliant Heather Michael (flute and vocals), Amy Valent Curtis (percussion) and acclaimed flamenco guitarist Kieren Ray.
Enjoy an afternoon of classic songs from Astor Piazzolla, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Sergio Mendes, Burt Bacharach, Chick Corea and many more.
Free. Bookings not required.
Floor talk with Jenny Bannister
Wednesday 11 November, 12pm
Glen Eira City Council Gallery
Join fashion designer Jenny Bannister for an insight into the 1970s punk fashion movement and Melbourne’s avant garde fashion scene.
Free. Bookings required.
Be Who You Are. Collaborative doll workshop for children
Sunday 15 November, 10am–12pm
Glen Eira City Council Gallery
Join this hands-on workshop with artist and teacher Yasmin Gaté née del Mar. Children will design garments and accessories inspired by 1970s textures and silhouettes, using fabric, paper and upcycled materials. They can bring their own doll to work with, or use one provided.
Participants will explore simple techniques like draping, layering and embellishment. Low-temperature glue guns will be used, with optional basic stitching for those who are interested.
Each piece will contribute to a collaborative installation that grows over time.
Suitable for children aged 6–10. Children must be accompanied by a parent or carer.
Tickets: $7. Bookings required. All materials supplied.
Floor talk with Debra Dascal and Brian Samuel
Wednesday 18 November, 12pm
Glen Eira City Council Gallery
Join residents Debra Dascal the daughter of fashion designer Simon Shinberg, the founder of Fashion labels Sharene Creations and Mr Simon, and Brian Samuel, Director of Miss Hartnell of Melbourne Fashion label (1965–1973), who will share fascinating stories about their respective fashion houses and the 1970s Melbourne fashion trends.
Free. Bookings required.
