Join us for a new free Art Cafe every second Tuesday of the month in the Gallery Cafe!
This year at the Art Cafe, we’re teaming up with Communal Dining on their project 'The Table We Make.' A project bringing people together through the shared love of food and art.
Together, we’ll be creating a collaborative table installation that will be showcased at the community Eid event at St Margaret’s House in June (more details soon).
Alongside this, we’re opening up the cafe for an evening of community creativity and collaborative drawing.
From now until May, our sessions will explore fabric‑collage, air‑dry clay , candle painting and sharing food stories. We’ll be drawing inspiration from cultures around the world to reflect the East London we know today. Each month there will be a new creative stimulus and you can choose to work on your own or join others at the communal tables.
Come with friends or come solo — whatever feels right. The atmosphere is warm, relaxed and open to everyone. Although the sessions are aimed at adults, you’re welcome to bring your children if that’s the only way you can attend. You’re also encouraged to bring your own projects if you’d like a cosy space to create alongside others.
The Art Cafe runs from 6–8pm and you’re free to drop in whenever you can, even if it’s just for a short while. All materials are provided and the cafe will be open for teas, cold drinks, wraps and salads if you’d like refreshments while you create.
Contact: If you have any questions regarding this session, please email programming@stmargaretshouse.org.uk
Venue: The Gallery Cafe at St Margaret’s House, 21 Old Ford Road — E2 9PL
Access: Step-free entry to The Gallery Café is at the rear, through the garden. It is accessible through the gate located two doors to the left of the café’s main entrance. If you require access to an accessible toilet, please get in touch with us on 020 8980 2092 or email programming@stmargaretshouse.org.uk so we can arrange this for you.
Time: 6-8pm (stay for just ten minutes or the whole two hours)
Date: Second Tuesday of every month
Tickets: FREE
So we have a rough idea of numbers to prepare materials, it would be great if you could book your free ticket using the link below: