What's On at John Curtin Gallery

Kattidj Nagãr is open by appointment only at JCG

By appointment: 10am-5pm

Once Known is open at the Old Perth Boys' School, 139 St Georges Tce, Perth

Open 11am-4pm

Exhibitions Open to the Public

Upcoming Events

Upcoming Exhibitions

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🤝 A Together Story: A Beginning
13 June Fri, 12-1pm

Join Aunty Dot Bagshaw, Noongar Yorga (Woman), Elder and Carrolup Centre for Truth-telling Advisory Member for JCG, and Chris Malcolm, Curator of 'Once Known' as they discuss Carrolup child artist Parnell Dempster and the role he played in beginning drawing, his life and legacy.

Facilitator: Ron Bradfield Jnr, a Bardi, Jawi Aamba (Man) and Community Cultural Advisor for John Curtin Gallery

Light refreshments provided.

🤝 A Together Story Event Series are truth-telling discussions with Stolen Generations community members, Carrolup survivors, and allies who have become part of these living stories.

Future Events
20 June (Fri), 12-1pm: Advocacy with Michelle Broun and Lisa Liebetrau
26 June (Fri), 12-1pm: Hope with Brett Nannup and Patti Belletty
7 July (Mon), 12-1pm: Ripples with Ezzard Flowers and Phoebe Milne

The Next Generation – Panel Discussion 11 July (Fri), 12-1pm: Strength, Vision & Legacy with Dr Jessyca Hutchens, Brett Nannup, Candice Nannup and Tyrown Waigana

✨Make these stories a part of your story.
To register and for more info: www.curtin.edu.au/jcg/exhibitions/carrolup-once-known/ or LINK in BIO

Exhibition Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri: 11am–4pm
Old Perth Boys' School, Curtin 139 St Georges Tce, Perth

Proudly supported by: @bfplperth @lotterywest @inside_bhp @colgateuniversity and #navigators
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⭐️ 𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍 𝐔𝐒!

Step into a creative, dynamic, and fast-paced environment as the Communications and Engagement Coordinator! 

This is your chance to bring your passion for storytelling to life while promoting a well-regarded arts institution with exciting exhibitions, programs, and the Carrolup Centre for Truth-telling. You'll lead communication efforts that engage diverse audiences through a mix of traditional and digital media, helping to raise the gallery's profile and create a lasting impact.
 
Join a supportive, collaborative team that thrives on innovation and flexibility —offering you the freedom to try new ideas and shape your approach to communication. If you're ready to dive into a role with diverse and exciting projects in a flexible, creative setting, this is your moment to shine!

🔗 LINK in BIO for more information.
Alternatively, visit: http://bit.ly/42BxiLm or find on the Seek website.

@curtinuniversity @curtinlife @curtinalumni @mcasi @curtinbfagrads @curtindbe @uama @amaga_wa @_artshub #artsjobs #perthartsjobs #galleryjob
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✨ Mai Nguyễn-Long's large-scale installation 'Doba Nation' features hand-formed clay sculptures that are arranged by the artist on site in a process akin to live storytelling. It has been a joy and privilege to work with Mai and capture this process in motion. 

Be sure to visit 'Doba Nation' before it closes, only one week left!

‘Doba Nation’ is presented with @perthfest 
@mainguyenlong is represented by @michaelreidsydney
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Join us for a series of events as part of the Lotterywest Boorloo Heritage Festival for 'Once Known' at the Old Perth Boys’ School. These events delve into this exhibition featuring the extraordinary artworks created by Aboriginal children taken from their families and detained at the Carrolup Native Settlement in the 1940s.

Truth Talks led by Ron Bradfield Jr and Patricia Ryder. 
4 and 11 April 12-1pm.

Curator Tour led by Chris Malcolm.
8 April 3-4pm. 

Guided Tours led by Patricia Ryder, Ron Bradfield Jr and Lisa Liebetrau. 
Tour dates: 7, 15, 17 April 10-11am and 10 April 3-4pm.

To book visit https://events.humanitix.com/host/john-curtin-gallery or via link in BIO.

Supported By: Lotterywest, BHP, Colgate University, City of Perth, Navigators.

Exhibition open as part of Boorloo Heritage Festival: 4 April - 17 April 2025, then reopening Monday 28 April. For further information or to contact us visit curtin.edu.au/jcg

Image: Once known child artist, 'Teapot', 1946-50, pastel on paper, 17.5 x 24.5 cm. Curtin University Art Collection. The Herbert Mayer Collection of Carrolup Artwork. 

#Carrolup #CarrolupCentreforTruthtelling #OnceKnown #OldPerthBoysSchool #JohnCurtinGallery #CurtinUniversity #BoorlooHeritageFestival
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Locations

John Curtin Gallery Curtin University

Building 200A Curtin University, Kent Street
Bentley, Western Australia 6102
Phone: 08 9266 4155

JCG is currently closed while we install the next exhibitions.
Kattidj Nagãr is open by appointment during May and June 2025

Once Known – A Carrolup Centre for Truth-telling exhibition

Presented at the Old Perth Boys’ School
Curtin 139 St Georges Terrace,
Perth, Western Australia 6000

11:00am – 4:00pm
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday (closed Wednesdays and Weekends)