To mark the 60th anniversary of the Hamilton Gallery, the HG:60 Symposium brings together local, state and national speakers to reveal new and interesting insights on prominent items from the Hamilton Gallery collection.

The nine academics, curators and scholars who contributed to the HG:60 publication and exhibition will each present on their particular focus area, bringing their fresh perspectives and fascinating learnings to the fore.

Join gallery staff, the Trust and Friends of the Gallery for a dynamic day of spotlight talks focusing on European, Decorative, Australian and Asian Art from the collection.

Speakers include:

  • Sue Robertson, Hamilton Gallery Trust
  • Dr Elizabeth Arthur, fine art consultant and valuer
  • Dr Lisa Beaven, La Trobe University
  • Dr Matthew Martin, University of Melbourne
  • Prof Peter McNeil, University of Technology, Sydney
  • Dr Vivien Gaston, University of Melbourne
  • A-Prof David Hansen, Australian National University
  • A-Prof Alison Inglis, University of Melbourne
  • Dr Mark K. Erdmann, University of Melbourne
  • Verity Whitehead, Friends of the Gallery
  • Anthony Rees, Friends of the Gallery
  • Alex Burchmore, University of Sydney
  • Jane Clark, Senior Research Curator, MONA

Hamilton Gallery Staff speaking:

  • Joshua White, Artistic Director
  • Denise Lovett, Gallery Aboriginal Digitisation Support Officer
  • Agostina Hawkins, Education & Engagement Officer

Presentations and panel discussions will take place in the Hamilton Performing Arts Centre, with attendees visiting the adjacent Hamilton Gallery for lunch amidst the exhibitions. Enjoy opportunities for Q&A and informal discussion over locally catered lunch by Cafe Gray and morning/afternoon tea by Lemon Myrtle Cafe.

Date: Saturday 27 November 2021
Time: 9.30am—4.00pm
Venue: Hamilton Performing Arts Centre & Hamilton Gallery, Brown St, Hamilton VIC 3300

Attendance is free but bookings are essential. Please book via telephone on 03 5573 0460, via email at info@hamiltongallery.org or in person at the gallery.

This event is a COVIDsafe accessible and inclusive event taking place on Gunditjmara Country.

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