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Community Connections – A Portrait Story - Art Exhibition

a portrait of a person is sketched in ink over an orange and maroon background
a portrait of a person is sketched in ink over an orange and maroon background

Overview

Over 90 portraits created by members of the Queanbeyan community in 2008, will be on show at Rusten House Art Centre.

It includes portraits of local artists, past mayors, and school children from the region; it is a time capsule of the community. It connects the past and the present together by inviting community members who took part in this creative project to view and celebrate the rediscovery of these portraits.

An eclectic range of mediums, techniques, and skill levels are on display from the multi-generational artists represented in this show. It beautifully reflects the diversity of creativity that can be found in the community. This exhibition forms part of the Australian Heritage Festival, with the 2024 theme being: Connections.

Dates

6 Apr – 25 May 2024
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Map of the venue locationMap of the venue location
Rusten House Art Centre87 Collett Street, New South Wales, AustraliaGet Directions
  • Carpark
  • Family Friendly
  • Non Smoking
  • Public Toilet