Openings

Article and photographs by Sally Patfield.

Over the past few years, there has been a notable cultural rebirth in Maitland. There is now a vast array of festivals, performances and many other arts-related events occurring throughout each year that attract not only the locals, but also a large quantity of tourists.

Steeped in history, there are architectural marvels everywhere you look in and around the Maitland Heritage Mall. The court house remains from the late 1800s, whilst the post office and town hall, all in High Street, are other notable buildings that have remained intact over the years.

OPENING Friday August 29 6:00pm
Gregory Bell and Colleen Hoad
http://www.newcastleartspace.org

Gloucester Gallery, Denison St, Gloucester. Open Friday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm, for details call 6558 3157.

This exhibition is a 20 year retrospective of the eclectic works of Charlotte Drake-Brokeman. It will run until the 14th of September. Haydon Hall, 66 Mayne Street, Murrurundi. 6:30pm, light refreshments will be available. Open Wednesday to Sunday from 10.00 am to 5.00 pm. 6546 6969. www.haydonhall.com.au

With a total of $15,000 prize money available, and an expectation of around 800 entries, the 26th annual Singleton Art Prize promises to be an exhibition not to miss. Runs until the 15th July. Singleton Civic Cntre,7pm for 8pm presentation. Tickets are $20, includes refreshments. 12th to 14th July 10am to 6pm, 15th July 10am to 2pm - entry is free.

Focusing on Gloucester, the Shire and it’s culture. Runs until the 3rd of August. Gloucester Gallery, 7pm. Dennison Street, Gloucester. Open Friday to Sunday, 10am to 4pm, for details call 6558 3157.

Max Watters’ Art Groups Show Opening NAIDOC Week Local Aboriginal Group Exhibitions Opening Max Watters Preview Opening These exhibitions will be on show until 17th August. Muswellbrook Regional Arts Centre, 6pm, admission free and refreshments will be served.