Sikh Stories in Colours
Tuesday 13 October - Thursday 5 November 2026 | Available during opening hours
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13 October 10.00am – 5 November 4.00pm 2026
SIKH STORIES IN COLOURS - IM1313’s first Grand Exhibition.
Drop in | Included with admission
Bringing together children’s books, original illustrations, music, animation and film, this family-friendly exhibition explores creativity, identity and representation. Discover imaginative characters and stories that celebrate Sikh heritage and invite conversations about belonging, kindness and courage.
Whether you are familiar with Sikh traditions or discovering them for the first time, everyone is welcome to explore, discover and be curious. Enjoy a creative family visit in the lead-up to Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas.
Sikh Stories in Colour is IM1313’s first art exhibition, bringing Sikh stories, characters, history and identity to life through illustration, animation, books and creative storytelling.
Visitors can explore original character designs, sketches and finished illustrations, seeing how an idea develops from the first pencil marks into the characters and imaginative worlds featured in IM1313’s books and animations.
The exhibition also celebrates the creative process behind IM1313’s films, music and animation. Children can be encouraged to look closely, imagine, explore and respond to the artwork family-friendly activities. From crafts and creative play to music, building activities and dressing up as IM1313 characters, the exhibition has been designed to make art and storytelling interactive, welcoming and fun.
Through bold artwork, imaginative worlds and meaningful stories, IM1313 hopes to inspire curiosity, conversation and a deeper understanding of Sikh identity, heritage and values.
For groups of more than 8 people or to enquire about workshops, please email info@im1313.com