Grace Crowley, Abstract painting, (detail)1952, National Gallery of Australia, Kamberri/Canberra, purchased 1976, © The Estate of Grace Crowley

Grace and Grace

Loans from the National Gallery of Australia, Sharing the Collection Program of two significant Australian female artists, Grace Crowley and Grace Cossington Smith.

Of particular significance to our region are the pieces created by Grace Crowley, a talented artist from the small town of Barraba, located nearby to Tamworth. Crowley’s early works reflect the beauty and landscapes of rural Australia, with a focus on the natural environment of her home region. Additionally, the exhibits of Grace Crowley and Grace Cossington Smith’s works highlight the importance of women artists in the Australian art industry.

04 July 2025 - 04 July 2027

Melinda Schneider, Man enough to cry, (detail) 2024, acrylic on plywood, 1040 x 960 mm. Photography the artist.

Tender: Soft. Vulnerable. Gentle. Sensitive to pain.

Melinda Schneider

For this exhibition, the musical composition came first, then the visual works. Melinda has created a new album called Tender with 12 original tracks. To accompany the album, she has created 12 abstract paintings, to express her feelings and the meaning of each song. As a naturally creative soul, Melinda discovered that visual art provided her with another powerful medium, much like singing and songwriting, to express herself and explore freedom through artistic expression.

Free

13 December 2025 - 01 February 2026

Paula Jenkins, Footbridge, 2024 (detail), acrylic on poly cotton, 92x122cm. Photography the Artist.

Nirvana: A Pilgrimage

Paula Jenkins & Sasha Jury Radford

Nirvana is a pilgrimage of two artists, painter Paula Jenkins and ceramicist Sasha Jury Radford. Their works intertwine to create a visual narrative of landscape, halting time and revealing the significance of place and presence. Nirvana: A Pilgrimage, embodies unity, reflection, and the shared journey toward harmony through artistic expression.

Free

13 December 2025 - 08 February 2026

Gallery Community Choir

A free fortnighly opportunity for people of all abilities to get together and sing !

Led by local local musician Brookie Gillette, the Gallery Choir provides an opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds to get together an d sing! Neuroscience proves that singing connects the neural pathways in the brain differently and releases endorphins, making people healthier, happier, smarter and more creative. It is also loads of fun! Please register your RSVP and join us!

Register

Free

13 February - 27 March 2026

01:00 PM - 02:00 PM

First Image: Sensorial, exhibition view.

Second Image: Vicki Taylor, Unnamed and Unvoiced, bobbin lace technique with linen thread and net, 140 x 280cm

Official Opening Event - Sensorial & Meraki

Including artist and curatorial talks for both exhibitions

Join us for the official opening event for two outstanding exhibitions, Sensorial - a Blue Mountains Cultural Centre Touring Exhibition, and Meraki - Lace Made with Creativity, Passion and Love, Friday the 13th of February.

Free

13 February 2026

04:00 PM - 08:00 PM

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