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ONCE UPON A PLAYGROUND exhibition curated by Kelsey Cronin July 2025 master’s project M.Litt Curatorial Practice (Contemporary Art). The interactive exhibition explored themes of play, nostalgia, and collaboration through 30 artworks by 14 multidisciplinary artists. An 18+ event, visitors were encouraged to explore, play, build, and reflect in a child-free gallery space. In this multi-sensory experience, visitors became co-creators, rather than passive observers, engaging with interactive installations on their terms.

On opening night, visitors helped to build a ‘Blanket Fort’ sculpture made from repurposed geodesic children’s playground equipment and textiles. Once the blanket fort was completed, artist Marie Autratova lead a “Storytime Hour” reading exhibited artists’ favorite children’s books to visitors inside the cozy sculpture. Visitors were encouraged to play with several interactive sculptures and partake in a ‘Letter to Your Younger Self’ reflective activity, facilitated by artist Stewart Campbell, a moving image and sonic instillation which asked “what would you tell your younger self?” ONCE UPON A PLAYGROUND reminds us that play is vital for empathy, connection, and community, no matter your age.

Featuring artworks by @aislingsmithart @eltilleyart @emiliaevansmunton @esther_stone_sculpture @_grevie @artalagrace @lucymartin.studio @lucia.vera.rosa @lucywilcoxart @matthewkriske @marie_contemporary @noruinnes @thepunkbuddhistjournalist @cobalt_circle

Kelsey Cronin (b. 1998, Boston/Sandwich, USA) is a freelance Glasgow-based curator and producer whose socially engaged practice explores social justice, activism, material-led inquiry, built environments, sculpture, and installation. Cronin curates participatory exhibitions that investigate community, storytelling, and narrative by prioritizing access, inclusion, and dialogue between artists and audiences. Cronin recently co-curated “Spring Garden Party” a 2-day workshop with TRAMWAY, featuring Josie KO & Tamara MacArthur and “Fluid-Spaces: Art Access & Autonomy” featuring Waffle Burger with @ell.ee.oh @erialcnikta @fanananannn @archart_0 

Contact: kelseycronin23@gmail.com 
socials: @kelseycronin__
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