Creative Maidstone

Type:Arts Centre

Community Arts Hub, 2-4 Granada House, Gabriel's Hill, Maidstone, Kent, ME15 6JR

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Creative Maidstone is a dedicated space for the creative sector in Maidstone where everyone is welcome and actively encouraged to explore and share their creativity.

There are studio spaces available for low-cost rent to local artists, along with a dedicated exhibition gallery and a retail zone.

There is a large community space too where we run regular classes and workshops, and it's also available for community groups to use for their own meetings. Contact the team for more details!

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Events

Tuesday, 21st April 2026 - Tuesday, 26th May 2026

A watercolour painted background with Mindful Brushstrokes and the WeClick CIC logoMindful Brushstrokes: Inclusive Art in BSL | Creative MaidstoneA six-week beginner watercolour course focused on calm, creativity and wellbeing, with BSL
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Tuesday, 28th April 2026 - Tuesday, 28th April 2026

A floral elephantDecoupaged Air Dry Clay Sculpture Workshop | Creative Maidstone'Discover the joys of clay sculpture with Laura.
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Tuesday, 28th April 2026 - Monday, 11th May 2026

Artist Jane Burdett holding one of her artworks - an imagined landscape with a variety of plants and flowersTides of Emotion - A Solo Exhibition by Jane BurdettMaidstone-based artist Jane Burdett presents a striking new body of work in this solo exhibition
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Thursday, 30th April 2026 - Thursday, 30th April 2026

Thursday, 7th May 2026 - Thursday, 7th May 2026

Ages 17 + in the top left-hand corner. main image photograph of a tree and a pencil sketch of the tree to the right. Beginners Drawing Class | Creative MaidstoneGet back to basics with this beginners drawing class over 3 consecutive weeks
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Saturday, 2nd May 2026 - Saturday, 2nd May 2026

Hands doing printing onto textiles and a handprinted shirtPrint Day in May: Upcycle Clothes with Lino PrintCelebrate Print Day in May with this lino print workshop where you can come and upcycle your clothes!
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Tuesday, 5th May 2026 - Tuesday, 5th May 2026

Two baskets of porcelain beads and three porcelain bead necklaces on head mannequinsPorcelain Jewellery Workshop | Creative MaidstoneCreate your own unique porcelain necklace in this hands-on workshop
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Thursday, 7th May 2026 - Thursday, 7th May 2026

A folk inspired print on a plain tote bag, using natural gold dyesTextiles Print & Paint Workshop | Creative MaidstoneCome and explore the fascinating world of natural dyes and their uses for printing and painting
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Friday, 8th May 2026 - Friday, 8th May 2026

VE Day medals made from aluminium cansVE Day Medal WorkshopCelebrate VE Day with this metal embossing medal workshop.
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Tuesday, 12th May 2026 - Tuesday, 12th May 2026

Tuesday, 9th June 2026 - Tuesday, 9th June 2026

A picture of a group drawingDraw Together, Involve Carers Art Workshop| Creative MaidstoneA workshop for carers registered with Involve Kent. Meet with other carers and enjoy time to park the “to do” list and unwind using creativity to find a sense of calm. If you would like to register for this workshops please contact Involve at: 03000 810005 or email us at hello@involvekent.org.uk.
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Wednesday, 13th May 2026 - Thursday, 28th May 2026

Of light and time text next to an angel kissing a globeOf Light & Time: Candle Art ExhibitionAn exhibition of candle-art inspired by the community of Maidstone.
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Saturday, 16th May 2026 - Saturday, 16th May 2026

Selection of cyanotype images on a yellow backgroundCyanotype WorkshopJoin in this fun workshop introducing the world of Cyanotype printmaking
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Saturday, 16th May 2026 - Saturday, 16th May 2026

A classical sculpture of a head wearing a paper mayoral chainMake a Mayoral ChainCelebrate the Mayor-Making Parade from Jubilee Square with this fun Mayoral chain making workshop
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Thursday, 28th May 2026 - Thursday, 28th May 2026

Tile letterpress printed images and materials - paint, rollers, etc.Tile Letterpress PrintingCome and make an 8-bit style print with this tile letterpress print-making workshop.
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Friday, 29th May 2026 - Friday, 29th May 2026

Artist working on a frame/mount Framing & Hanging 101Come along to this masterclass in framing and hanging your artworks. A practical session for artists looking to learn / improve their skills.
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Monday, 1st June 2026 - Monday, 1st June 2026

Axis of Becoming on an abstract backgroundAxis of Becoming: Meet the Artist / Open EveningDive into Axis of Becoming, an art show where creativity spirals into new dimensions in person!
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Monday, 1st June 2026 - Sunday, 14th June 2026

Abstract artwork in bright colours with black backgroundAxis of Becoming - Where the Unseen Takes FormA solo exhibition by Ayse Akay, contemporary artist and founder of Ayshaa's Atelier
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Wednesday, 3rd June 2026 - Wednesday, 8th July 2026

Brown and grey watercolour paint background. White box with drawings of historic objects and 'Cabinet of Voices the stories objects can tell' in writiCabinet of VoicesCabinet of Voices takes you on a creative journey inspired by Maidstone's history, through drawing, writing, illustration and bookbinding.
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Saturday, 6th June 2026 - Saturday, 6th June 2026

Grey plant pot with a spider plant in a handmade macrame hangerMacrame Plant Hanger Workshop | Creative MaidstoneDiscover the art of Macrame with Jo
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Saturday, 13th June 2026 - Saturday, 13th June 2026

Lino cut prints and an artist carving a design into linoLino Printing WorkshopEnjoy an in-depth introduction to linocut relief printmaking in this special half day workshop.
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Friday, 19th June 2026 - Saturday, 4th July 2026

Maidstone PrideMaidstone PRIDE Art ExhibitionAn exhibition celebrating queer identity, creativity and community
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Friday, 6th November 2026 - Tuesday, 24th November 2026

A landscape featuring a lake in the foreground with a single rower with an eagle flying overheadSakura - a journey through JapanEnjoy a solo exhibition of Oliver Bryant's beautiful photography, capturing his experiences in Japan
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Facilities

Other

  • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

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  • In town/city centre

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Opening Times

Season (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026)

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