Basket Weaving Workshop

Date: Saturday 25 July 2026
Time: 10.30am – 1pm
Location: Joondalup Contemporary Art Gallery
102 Boas Avenue, Joondalup
Topic: Arts and culture
Suitable for: All ages (recommended for ages 12 and up)
Cost: $15 per person
Join Yjindibarndi and Djaru artist Emma-Jane Hunt for a hands-on basket weaving workshop exploring traditional weaving techniques and cultural storytelling.
Guided by Emma-Jane, participants will learn foundational weaving methods while creating their own handmade basket to take home. Alongside the creative process, the workshop offers an opportunity to connect with culture, creativity and the importance of preserving traditional practices.
Emma-Jane was taught to weave by Martu Weavers from the Western Desert while living in the East Pilbara and is passionate about keeping weaving alive as an important cultural practice.
Presented as part of the City of Joondalup’s 2026 NAIDOC Week program.
Book tickets now at https://events.leapevents.com/event/basket-weaving-workshop-naidoc-26/listing
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• This workshop is suitable for all ages and recommended for ages 12 and over.
• All materials are provided.
• Tickets are $15 per person and bookings are essential.
• Places are limited to 15 participants.
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You’ll find Joondalup Contemporary Art Gallery between the Joondalup Library and City of Joondalup Administration Building, next to the Council Chambers.
Free public parking is available in the Library Car Park. Alternatively, the gallery is a 13-minute walk from Joondalup Train Station, or you can catch the Blue CAT bus, which departs every 15 minutes from the station.
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Joondalup Contemporary Art Gallery features a flat, level floor surface and wide doorways.
Accessible toilets are available in the gallery.
The Joondalup Library Car Park includes accessible parking bays, with lift access to the main walkway from the underground car park.