Accra Art District
Accra Art District is a vibrant creative hub dedicated to celebrating Ghanaian art, culture and craftsmanship through immersive, hands-on experiences.
Located in the heart of Accra, we bring together local artists, artisans and creatives to offer engaging workshops in traditional and contemporary art forms, including Kente weaving, batik, tie-dye, pottery, ceramic painting, candle making, cocktail making and more.
Whether you're a visitor seeking an authentic cultural experience or a local looking to explore your creativity, Accra Art District provides a welcoming space where art, heritage and community come together to inspire, create and connect.
Create Your Own Fabric Using Traditional Batik Techniques | $65.00
Discover Ghana’s rich textile heritage through a hands-on batik-making workshop in Accra. Learn the traditional wax-resist process, apply patterns with stamps and transform plain fabric using vibrant dyes. Guided by skilled local creatives, you will design your own personalised batik cloth while exploring how colour, symbols and handmade textiles contribute to Ghanaian cultural identity, fashion and artistic expression.
Book Batik MakingShape and Create Your Own Pottery With Hands-On Guidance | $29.00
Experience the timeless art of pottery in the heart of Accra through a hands-on workshop led by skilled local artisans. Learn traditional clay-shaping techniques, mould your own unique ceramic piece and gain insight into one of the world's oldest crafts. Pottery has long played an important role in Ghanaian culture, serving both practical and artistic purposes while preserving generations of indigenous craftsmanship and creative expression.
Book Pottery MakingLearn the Traditional Art of Weaving Ghanaian Kente | $39.00
Discover the artistry behind Ghana’s iconic Kente cloth through a hands-on weaving experience in Accra. Guided by a skilled local weaver, you will learn how to operate a traditional loom, weave simple patterns and explore the meanings behind Kente’s colours and designs. This immersive activity celebrates a respected Ghanaian textile tradition associated with identity, history, royalty, ceremonies and exceptional craftsmanship.
Book Kente WeavingLearn to Mix and Create Your Own Signature Cocktails | $20.00
Shake, stir and sip your way through an exciting cocktail-making experience in Accra. Guided by an experienced mixologist, you will learn the fundamentals of crafting classic and signature cocktails using fresh ingredients and professional bar techniques. This interactive experience introduces visitors to Ghana’s vibrant hospitality and nightlife culture while offering a fun, social and memorable activity suitable for beginners and cocktail enthusiasts alike.
Book Cocktail MakingColor and Frame Art Based on Ghanaian Landmarks | $10.00
Discover Ghana through colouring at Accra Art District’s Color & Frame experience. Paint and personalise artwork featuring iconic Ghanaian landmarks while enjoying a relaxed, hands-on creative session suitable for adults and children. More than an art activity, the experience celebrates Ghana’s cultural identity, architecture and visual heritage while giving visitors a framed keepsake to take home.
Book Color & FrameDesign Your Own Fabric Using Colorful Tie-Dye Techniques | $39.00
Discover Ghana’s vibrant textile heritage through a hands-on tie-dye workshop in Accra. Guided by a skilled local artist, you will learn traditional folding, tying and dyeing techniques before creating your own colourful fabric to take home. Tie-dye reflects Ghana’s creativity, craftsmanship and cultural identity while supporting the preservation of local textile-making skills.
Book Tie & DyePaint and Personalize Your Own Ceramic Piece | $20.00
Unleash your creativity through a relaxing ceramic-painting experience in Accra. Choose a pre-made ceramic piece, such as a mug, plate or bowl, and transform it into a colourful personalised keepsake. Guided by a local creative instructor, this activity offers visitors an enjoyable introduction to Ghana’s growing contemporary arts scene while celebrating self-expression, craftsmanship and the value of handmade souvenirs.
Book Ceramic PaintingMake Your Own Scented Candle From Start to Finish | $35.00
Create your own scented candle during a relaxing, hands-on workshop at Accra Art District. Learn the fundamentals of melting wax, blending fragrances, pouring and decorating as you design a candle that reflects your personal style. This creative experience introduces visitors to Ghana’s growing handmade craft culture while encouraging self-expression, relaxation and an appreciation for locally produced artisan goods.
Book Candle MakingCreate Colorful Artwork With a Fun Splatter Technique | $30.00
Experience the thrill of creative freedom with a fun-filled splatter painting session in Accra. Throw, splash and layer vibrant colours onto a canvas as you create a unique abstract masterpiece with no artistic experience required. Guided by local creatives, this immersive activity encourages self-expression, relaxation and imagination while showcasing Ghana's growing contemporary art and creative culture. It is the perfect experience for visitors of all ages.
Book Splatter PaintingPaint Your Own Canvas With Guidance From a Local Artist | $20.00
Paint your own work on canvas during a hands-on workshop at Accra Art District. Working in acrylics, you will learn the basics of composition, colour mixing and brushwork, then take a painting from first sketch to finished piece. A local artist guides the session, and no painting experience is needed. Canvas, paints and brushes are provided, and the finished painting is yours to take home.
Book Canvas Painting