
The Art of Family Life
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The Art of Family Life is an exhibition at Listen Gallery in Glasgow, running from 29 October 2026. It showcases the creativity, joys, and struggles of refugee communities in Glasgow through oral history and audio-visual works. Developed in partnership with community members and the Scottish Oral History Centre, the exhibition is part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival and includes a series of events and workshops.
Through oral history, audio-visual works and community gathering, the Art of Family Life reflects the creativity, joys and struggles of refugee communities who have settled in Glasgow. This sensitive exhibition and events programme has been developed with community members over a two-year period across Glasgow, exploring intangible cultural heritage, belonging and listening. Presented as part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival, there will also be a series of events and workshops throughout the festival period. See mhfestival.com/aofl for full details. In partnership with the Scottish Oral History Centre at the University of Strathclyde and Listen Gallery. Funded by the National Heritage Lottery Fund.
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Frequently asked questions
The Art of Family Life takes place on Thursday, 29 October 2026. The event runs until Saturday, 14 November 2026.
The Art of Family Life is held at Listen Gallery in Glasgow (210 Hunter Street, Glasgow East End G4 0UP).
Entry to The Art of Family Life is free.
The forecast for The Art of Family Life is Light drizzle · high 14°C, low 10°.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Listen Gallery can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for The Art of Family Life can be booked via whatsonglasgow.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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The Art of Family Life is an exhibition at Listen Gallery in Glasgow, running from 29 October 2026. It showcases the creativity, joys, and struggles of refugee communities in Glasgow through oral history and audio-visual works. Developed in partnership with community members and the Scottish Oral History Centre, the exhibition is part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival and includes a series of events and workshops.
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Through oral history, audio-visual works and community gathering, the Art of Family Life reflects the creativity, joys and struggles of refugee communities who have settled in Glasgow. This sensitive exhibition and events programme has been developed with community members over a two-year period across Glasgow, exploring intangible cultural heritage, belonging and listening. Presented as part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival, there will also be a series of events and workshops throughout the festival period. See mhfestival.com/aofl for full details. In partnership with the Scottish Oral History Centre at the University of Strathclyde and Listen Gallery. Funded by the National Heritage Lottery Fund.
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Hotels within walking distance of Listen Gallery. Searching near 210 Hunter Street, Glasgow East End G4 0UP; check-in Thursday, 29 October 2026.
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Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is The Art of Family Life?
The Art of Family Life takes place on Thursday, 29 October 2026. The event runs until Saturday, 14 November 2026.
Where is The Art of Family Life taking place?
The Art of Family Life is held at Listen Gallery in Glasgow (210 Hunter Street, Glasgow East End G4 0UP).
How much are tickets for The Art of Family Life?
Entry to The Art of Family Life is free.
What will the weather be like at The Art of Family Life?
The forecast for The Art of Family Life is Light drizzle · high 14°C, low 10°.
Is there anywhere to stay near The Art of Family Life?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Listen Gallery can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for The Art of Family Life?
Tickets for The Art of Family Life can be booked via whatsonglasgow.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Price
Free Entry
Date
Until Saturday, 14 November 2026
Weather
chance of rain 2% · wind up to 18 km/h
Venue
210 Hunter Street, Glasgow East End G4 0UP
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