Babies move moment to moment without structure, whilst parents and carers are tied to the routines and demands of daily life. Through movement, sound, visual art and interactive elements, the exhibition brings these contrasting perspectives to life, honouring the significant yet brief nature of early parenthood. It invites you to reflect on your own relationship with time and what it means to be truly present.
Golden Time is inspired by Playground’s multidisciplinary approach to creating work with and for babies and young children.
Artists:
- Grace Hann
- Nicola Flower
- Casey B
- Kenny Mangena
- Chris Duncan
Golden Time is part of Playground Festival, a new early years international festival designed to bring together and celebrate the creativity of our young children and families alongside outstanding, engaging national and international work.
Playground is a partnership between Kent County Council’s Culture and Creative Economy Service and Kent Libraries and achieved National Portfolio Organisation (NPO) status with Arts Council England in April 2023.
Exhibition:
Friday 22 May to Sunday 14 June 2026 (Closed Mondays)
Front Room, Ground Floor, The Beaney
Free admission. Donations encouraged
Golden Time Playground Sessions:
Friday 29 May 10:30AM to 12:00PM
Saturday 30 May 10:30 to 12:00PM
Booking opens soon


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