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Are you aged from 13 to 16 and living in Westminster?

You can get exclusive access to Westminster’s most inspiring cultural organisations and get the chance to boost your CV by taking part in talks, workshops and work placements with some of the biggest names in the creative industry.

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We were previously taught that art is a paintbrush and paper but today has shown us that art is a huge world. City Lions is a good thing to do as it provides really good opportunities to visit places like this (Somerset House).

Ayad, Year 9 pupil at St Marylebone School and City Lion

Upcoming Events

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12 Nov - 11 Feb 2025 | Unloc | Unloc Changemaker Studios | CreaitveEducationFunFutureWork Experience

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Verizon & Unloc Enterprise Course

From Tuesday the 12th of November, Unloc are launching an enterprise course in collaboration with Verizon Business at our changemaker studios in Maida Vale. The enterprise course is open & free for up to 30 young people who live or go to an educational institution in Westminster between the ages of 14-19.

Participants will develop their creative & entrepreneurial mindset over a course that lasts for 12 weeks. Young people will explore the key skills and knowledge associated with starting a business, with learning geared towards creating their very own businesses, projects or charity concepts. They will also get the opportunity to connect with volunteers from Verizon business.

Theme Callout Creative Collective 2025

29 Oct - 5 Jan 2025 | City Lions | | ArtCreativeExhibitionsProgramme

Free

Theme Callout - Creative Collective 2025

The Westminster Creative Collective was established to showcase Westminster's young artists. The main aim was to encourage people to express their thoughts and feelings through art in response to things that matter to YOU.

It is that time again! Have your say on what our themes are for 2025 Creative Collective. You can suggest more than one theme, have a think on what is important to you..

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2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025 | | | ActivitiesCreativeFreeFriendsTheatre

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Winter Holiday Programme 24/25

The City Lions team will be bringing you an exciting winter break offer filled with creativity, trips, friendships and fun to bring you some smiles during your break!

On the 2nd of Jan take part in our independent Creative Trail and Food challenge; followed with meeting the City Lions Team on the 3rd of Jan come for a day at the theatre. Our team will be on hand on the 3rd and even provide your lunch!

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17 Feb - 21 Feb 2025 | Somerset House | | ArtCreativeNatureScience Workshops

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Future Artists Programme - Creative Cosmos with Leila Dear

Probing the intersections of art, science, and nature, Creative Cosmos is an immersive five-day creative workshop for young artists aged 16-19.

Led by Somerset House Studios resident, Leila Dear, The programme invites participants to explore the connections between microcosm and macrocosm through collaborative activities, and self-guided work. Each day unfolds around a theme; Atoms, Flow, Infinity, Body, and Shelter — guiding participants through geometric journeys, exploring tiny particles to the structures we inhabit.

During the 5 days, you will;
• receive an introduction to Somerset House and Leila Dear’s practice
• explore geometric forms and natural phenomena, making connections between art, science, and nature
• gain insight into how contemporary artists and traditional artisans have drawn inspiration from the natural world to create their decorative languages
• collaborate with likeminded creatives while building structures and creating large-scale artworks
• deepen your creative practice and personal expression through cross-disciplinary practices
• discover how you could pursue a career as an artist

Each day will follow a set structure with time for rest breaks. On each day, there will be a 1-hour lunch break with lunch provided.

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10 Dec - 5 Jan 2025 | | | CodingCompeteElectronicsWoodworkWorkshops

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The Maker Challenge

The Maker Challenge is a free design and making programme for 14-18 year olds. Over 9 days in their vibrant workshop, you'll learn 3D Printing, laser cutting, electronics, coding, woodworking and business skills. Using advanced equipment and tools, you'll bring your invention to live and compete to win prizes! 

To apply you must be aged 14-18 and live in London, you don't need any making experience and the whole programme is completely free!

Get inspired to invent, create and make and become a young inventor this spring! 

Must apply by Sunday 5th January!

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