An exhibition of eight artworks from The Ark's visual arts collection, Arkives, is on display for Culture Night on 19 September.

The Archives were built up in the period 1995-2001. This collection, initiated by Martin Drury, Founder Director of The Ark, was specifically commissioned for children, through the centre's visual arts exhibition programme.

Inspired by a commitment to excite children about art, and by the belief that we should invite professional artists to make work for and with children, The Ark's collection Arkives was born.

Selected artwork on display for Culture Night on Friday 19 September only.