This land was not peacefully settled – Unsettled uncovers the untold histories behind this nation’s foundation story.
In this powerful exhibition, First Nations voices reveal the hidden stories of devastation, survival and the fight for recognition. These first-hand accounts are presented through long hidden historical documents, large-scale artworks, immersive experiences and never-before-seen objects from the Australian Museum collections and beyond.
First Nations Elders including Uncle Waubin Richard Aken (Kaurareg), Aunty Fay Moseley (Wiradjuri) and Uncle Noel Butler (Budawang), share their lived experiences.
Featuring the work of contemporary artists including Ryan Presley, Tony Albert, Charlotte Allingham (Coffin Birth), Jai Darby Walker and Danie Mellor, this free exhibition interrogates the lasting impacts of colonisation and the denial of Indigenous sovereignty.
With more than 80 significant cultural objects and over 100 contributions by First Nations peoples across the country, Unsettled illuminates the power of truth-telling to realise change. Understanding our shared past is an important step towards healing for a shared future.
Guided tours can be booked here
A Curator and Artist Talk will be held on Saturday July 3 featuring Brian Robinson and Toby Cedar in conversation with Newcastle Art Gallery Director Lauretta Morton.
Works of art never seen before outside of the Torres Strait are coming to the Newcastle Art Gallery in May as part of an exhibition focusing on the traditions of Torres Strait Islander culture.
The Free Exhibition, WARWAR: The Art of Torres Strait has been timed to coincide with significant dates including Mabo Day (June 3), Reconciliation Week (May 27 – June 3), Coming of the Light (July 1) and NAIDOC Week (July 4 – 11).
Read more By Madison Howarth, Author at National Indigenous Times.
Dyarubbin, the Hawkesbury river, begins at the confluence of the Grose and Nepean rivers and ends at Broken Bay. In this exhibition, Darug knowledge-holders, artists and educators Leanne Watson, Jasmine Seymour, Erin Wilkins and Rhiannon Wright share their culture and stories of special sites along Dyarubbin as shared custodians of this beautiful and haunting place.
A free exhibition that will be held until March 13, 2022, at the Exhibition Galleries at the State Library NSW.
For more information, see here
Venue: Grossmann House
Location: 71 Church St, Maitland NSW 2320
Reconciliation NSW in collaboration with the National Trust of Australia invite you to view the 2019 Schools Reconciliation Challenge artwork exhibition.
On tour from March to July 2021, the exhibition will be visiting the Blue Mountains, Yass, Dubbo and Maitland.
The artwork is the culmination of works created by High School and Primary School students across NSW which communicate the 2019 theme of ‘Speaking and Listening from the Heart’.
Please contact Simone Parrot, Program Manager (Special Events) for more information at info@nationaltrust.com.au or contact the venue directly.
The next Blue Mountains People for Reconciliation/ANTaR (if we are still in lockdown) via Join Zoom Meeting
Challenging, joyful and deeply affecting, Jurrungu Ngan-ga — literally ‘Straight Talk’— confronts Australia’s shameful fixation with incarceration in a powerful and provocative new dance work. Inspired by perspectives on incarceration, Jurrungu Ngan-ga reflects on the disgraceful disproportion of Indigenous Australians in custody and first-hand descriptions of life inside Australia’s immigration detention centres. Searing truths blend with dark humour, fear, sadness and courage to shine a light on new ways to resist and to empower us all to rewrite our future – together.
Book before 13 June for $10 off your ticket.
For more information and tickets – https://carriageworks.com.au/events/jurrungu-ngan-ga-straight-talk/
Trailer:
Our criminal justice system is not working.
Since 1985, the Australian imprisonment rate has more than tripled.
It is a national crisis for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Jailing is also failing women, the fastest growing cohort of our prisons. It is failing people with mental illness or disability. And it is failing Australian taxpayers, costing over $110,000 per prisoner each year.
The evidence is clear, but scarce action is being taken.
Join us in conversation with Debbie Kilroy (Sisters Inside), Keenan Mundine (Deadly Connections), Mindy Sotiri (Justice Reform Initiative) and Verity Firth on what needs to happen to bring about immediate change.
Saturday 11 – Sunday 12 September
10:30am – 1pm | 2pm – 4:30pm
Winhangadurinya is a Wiradyuri word for meditation, deep listening, knowing, reflecting.
This unique workshop offers both an authentic and heartfelt introduction to First Nations culture and a chance to take time out in a hectic world.
Sit with us a while and be refreshed. Let our connection to ancient ancestral knowledge guide you in developing a deeper connection to your inner self and the oneness of all that is here in this world.
This workshop is mainly designed for adults. Children over 12 years old who can sit still and quiet for long periods are also welcome.
Facilitated by “Milan Dhiiyaan”. Purchase tickets here
Lights, music, innovation… action. Sydney is set to transform into a playground of the unexpected.
After a tough 18 months for so many of us, Vivid Sydney ’21 promises to warm the soul of our city with light artists, music makers and brilliant thinkers… sparking our sense of wonder and inspiring us to come out to play as Sydney transforms before our eyes.
Check out the full Vivid Sydney 2021 Program
The 2021 program is full of ways to discover Vivid Sydney for the first time or reconnect with this truly unique event.
Venue: Cooma Cottage
Locations: 756 Yass Valley Way, Yass NSW 2582
Reconciliation NSW in collaboration with the National Trust of Australia invite you to view the 2019 Schools Reconciliation Challenge artwork exhibition.
On tour from March to July 2021, the exhibition will be visiting the Blue Mountains, Yass, Dubbo and Maitland.
The artwork is the culmination of works created by High School and Primary School students across NSW which communicate the 2019 theme of ‘Speaking and Listening from the Heart’.
Please contact Simone Parrot, Program Manager (Special Events) for more information at info@nationaltrust.com.au or contact the venue directly.
When it comes to things to do in Barangaroo, you can’t beat the cultural treat of the Artisan Market
Do yourself a favour, add this to your calendar now. The Barangaroo Artisan Market is bringing you up to 50 enthralling stalls, delightful live music to make you smile, ceramics, prints, homewares, jewellery and of course, the amazing food choices that are on offer at Barangaroo – 9th Oct from 10.30am.
Wander the aisles of ceramics, prints, homewares, jewellery and more, all the while enjoying delicious food, tapping your feet, taking in Sydney harbour, and supporting your local business community… we can’t think of a better reason to spend your Saturday at Barangaroo.
The Barangaroo Artisan Market is a proud collaboration between International Towers, the City of Sydney, The Streets of Barangaroo, One International Towers and Infrastructure NSW.
Look out for further details about market stalls and the program of events.
Come and see what all the fuss is about.