This project addresses a significant gap in our educational provision, as currently, we cannot meet increased demand for our free learning programmes. This project represents a key part of the Federation’s wider vision to extend our free events to a larger number of new, under-represented audience groups by improving both physical and intellectual access, as well as our visitor facilities.

This project will enhance the learning experience for different audiences by offering them a secure and dedicated space for hands-on learning and expression. A key objective of creating this environment is to challenge perceptions about contemporary art organisations being unfriendly, non-inclusive spaces.The new space will host networking events, hands-on activities and free art workshops, enabling the FBA to introduce a variety of new schemes and support systems for artists and under-re