Artspace Mackay reopens with exciting programs

Closed for refurbishments since late 2023, the facility now boasts new flooring, walls and a state-of-the-art climate control system, which will ensure it remains a AAA-rated, international standard gallery space long into the future.

Kicking off at 1pm, Friday, July 19, will be Conversations with Art, a free and enjoyable discussion led by Artspace staff about works and images from gallery and museum collections.

Then, on Tuesday, July 23, Artspace Mackay’s ever-popular toddlers’ program, BMA Kidspace, will return to the gallery.   

BMA Kidspace gives children up to five years of age a chance to explore and have fun with art in a climate of co-operative learning.

The free program includes two drop-in art sessions, from 10am to 11.30am and 12.15pm to 2pm, and free live music entertainment, from 11.30am to 12.15pm.

For the older kids – those aged eight to 12 – Kids Art Club (term 3) starts in the gallery from July 27.

The term includes six weeks of Saturday art classes led by local artist Traci Lietzke, running from 10am to noon. Book your child’s spot today at artspacemackay.com.au

Finally, at 5.30pm on Thursday, August 1, Artspace Mackay is offering a special event – an art talk by Susi Muddiman OAM.

Susi Muddiman is the Gold Coast Home of the Arts (HOTA) Gallery and Visual Arts Director.

She is in town to judge Mackay Show Association’s renowned Woollam Art on Show Awards and has agreed to appear at Artspace Mackay to give a talk about star pieces in HOTA’s exciting art collection.

To take part in any of these programs and activities – other than BMA Kidspace, which is a drop-in activity – head to artspacemackay.com.au and secure your spot.