Volvo Cars and The Artground have unveiled an exciting new #VolvoExplorers space at Goodman Arts Centre. This adds on to The Artground’s Explore Arts Space – Many Alternative Possibilities (M.A.P.) transport-themed exhibition.
The #VolvoExplorers collaboration between Volvo Cars and The Artground showcases Volvo’s commitment to safety and sustainability, bringing these core values to life for young minds through engaging, hands-on activities. It is also aligned with The Artground’s commitment to provide young children with quality interactive experiences.
Volvo x The Artground Collab: #VolvoExplorers
One of the primary focuses of #VolvoExplorers is safety. This reflects a key pillar of Volvo’s core DNA.
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At The Artground at Goodman Arts Centre, Families will have the unique opportunity to explore the brand’s dedication to safety, with one of the main features showcasing the 3-point seatbelt which was invented by the brand in 1959.
The importance of seatbelts is translated through various activities, encouraging children to practice safety habits from young.
In addition, the interactive exhibition showcases Volvo’s commitment to environmental sustainability. Children get to learn how electric vehicles (EVs), such as the Volvo EX30, help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to a cleaner, greener world.
Additionally, with its capabilities to fully charge in just 28 minutes, it serves as a prime example of how cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices can merge to reduce our carbon footprint.
Arts-Driven Exploration at #VolvoExplorers: Where Creativity meets Innovation
Children can become #VolvoExplorers for the day, stepping into the role of designers, builders, and safety inspectors through a series of stations that encourage them to unleash their creativity.
Explorer-Sized Car
A highlight #VolvoExplorers at The Artground at Goodman is the Explorer-Sized Volvo car, “parked” at an EV charging station. This is modelled after the Volvo EX30. The installation mimics a real-life EV prototype and charging station and is installed with seat belts to further emphasise the importance of seat belts.
Safety Exploration and The Final Assessment
This space places the focus on safety. Children can participate in Volvo’s “Safety Check” by exploring safety features such as seatbelts, safety cameras, and car seats. This safety assessment mirrors processes that Volvo cars undergo before hitting the road. Children will check off various safety checkpoints to ensure their prototypes meet Volvo’s high standards for vehicle safety.
A Journey of Sustainability
This space at #VolvoExplorers features an interactive magnetic road map wall. Children can use wooden cutouts of Volvo’s 3 model electric vehicles (EVs) – EX30, EX40, and EC40 to explore a road map featuring various green initiatives. This playful, educational tool demonstrates how Volvo’s innovative technologies contribute to a greener future.
Ideation Chalk Wall and Material Shelf
Children can bring their ideas to life by sketching their car designs on the Ideation Chalk Wall and choosing from a variety of materials including textiles, rubber and acrylics. These swatches represent the different materials used in cars, offering children a tangible design experience.
Materials that go towards building an eco-friendly Volvo car will also be on display – for children to draw imagination from!
Role-Playing Items
Children can fully immerse themselves in the experience by donning designer aprons and helmets, together with tools, as they role-play the process of designing, assembling, and inspecting their own vehicles using the Explorer-Sized Volvo Car as a larger-scale view of how their design choices, from materials to colours, come together.
Learning through Play at The Artground, Goodman Arts Centre
“At The Artground, we believe that learning through play is essential for a child’s development, and we’re excited to introduce #VolvoExplorers as an enriching new element of our Explore Arts Space,” said Luanne Poh, Executive Director of The Artground. “This collaboration with Volvo is a wonderful opportunity to inspire children through creative arts and crafts while exploring important themes like sustainability and safety. By combining Volvo’s innovative approach with our hands-on arts programming, we’re creating a space where children can engage with these concepts in a fun and meaningful way”.
#VolvoExplorers at The Artground, Explore Arts Space – A Curious Place to Be
Where: Goodman Arts Centre, 90 Goodman Rd, #01-40 BLK J, Singapore 439053
Opening Hours: Daily, 9.15 am to 10.30 am, 10.45 am to 12 pm, 1.45 pm to 3 pm, 3.15 pm to 4.30 pm, 4.45 pm to 6 pm
Website: The Artground: A Curious Place to Be
Pre-book your tickets before coming to avoid disappointment. Walk-ins are allowed, subject to slots availability.
You can read more about what else to expect at the Many Alternative Possibilities exhibition at The Artground. Or if you enjoy hands-on learning, you may also be interested to read about this other exhibition about sustainability – School of Tomorrow.
