Details about our Creative Health Courses, Programmes & Toolkits.
Our Own Exhibition
Social IsolationA free, 12-week course where you’ll co-create and curate your own exhibition, building skills, confidence and a genuine sense of voice. You’ll be guided through every stage – from selecting objects to writing interpretation – culminating in a public exhibition here at The Amelia.
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The dates for this course's next session have not been confirmed yet. As soon as they are, it will be published in our What's On page, where you can use the filters to find it.
For more information on future dates or to sign up please use our contact us form.
Take Some Time
Social IsolationEach week, we explore a different object from our museum collection together, using mindful looking to slow down and really notice. A relaxed discussion follows – a gentle, reflective session built around connection, curiosity and wellbeing.
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The dates for this course's next session have not been confirmed yet. As soon as they are, it will be published in our What's On page, where you can use the filters to find it.
For more information on future dates or to sign up please use our contact us form.
Creative Writing
Social IsolationExplore genres from crime to romance to science fiction and fantasy on our creative writing courses. You’ll develop your writing, share your work and build confidence in a supportive environment – no experience needed. Expect inspiration drawn straight from our museum archives and local history.
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The dates for this course's next session are confirmed and it is now published in our What's On page.
For more information on future dates or to sign up please use our contact us form.
Roll for Initiative: Dungeons and Dragons creative programme
Mental HealthA six-month programme developed by The Amelia and funded by West Kent Mind through the National Lottery Community Fund. If you’re looking to support your mental wellbeing, you’ll explore how tabletop role-playing games like Dungeons & Dragons can build creativity, confidence and genuine connection.
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The dates for this course's next session have not been confirmed yet. As soon as they are, it will be published in our What's On page, where you can use the filters to find it.
For more information on future dates or to sign up please use our contact us form.
Roll for Initiative!
ToolkitsA practical, experience-based guide designed to help organisations – particularly those working in wellbeing, community engagement, or creative health – run their own role-playing game programmes to support mental health.
Weekly Knit & Stitch Club
WellbeingBring your latest project or learn something new — our weekly Knit & Stitch Club is a relaxed, friendly space to meet like-minded makers over a shared love of craft and good company.
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The dates for this club's events are confirmed and it are now published in our What's On page.
For more information on future dates please use our contact us form.
Monthly women only Dungeons & Dragons
WellbeingThe Amelia runs a women-only Dungeons & Dragons session every third Saturday of the month. Open to women 18+ and completely free to join – no experience necessary, just a willingness to roll the dice.
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The dates for this group's sessions are confirmed and it is now published in our What's On page.
For more information on future dates or to sign up please use our contact us form.
Come As You Are
Bereavement SupportOur Come As You Are sessions offer a gentle, supportive space for people affected by bereavement to spend time with others, take part in creative activities and connect at their own pace. With a focus on comfort, choice and community, there is no pressure to share or create – just a warm, welcoming environment where you can simply be yourself.
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The dates for this group's next session are confirmed and it is now published in our What's On page.
For more information on future dates or to sign up please use our contact us form.
Make Space
Housing SupportMake Space offers a welcoming, creative space for anyone experiencing or at risk of homelessness. You can choose the activities that interest you, build confidence, connect with others and simply feel supported during a difficult time.
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The dates for this group's next session have not been confirmed yet. As soon as they are, it will be published in our What's On page, where you can use the filters to find it.
For more information on future dates or to sign up please use our contact us form.
Silent Book Club at The Amelia Scott
Creative Health, Mental Health, Social Isolation, WellbeingSilent Book Club meet in person once a month and everyone brings their own reading.
We spend the first half-hour socializing and grabbing drinks, then we start an hour of silent reading (whatever you want), and we finish with a half-hour talking about what we read.
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Silent Book club is now on our What's On page - visit for more details
For more information on future dates or to sign up please use our contact us form.
