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Welcome to the Museum of Art and Culture
We would like to thank Minister of the Arts, Don Harwin, Lake Macquarie Mayor Cr Kay Fraser and all who attended the opening celebrations on the 22 & 23 November. We were pleased to be able to show off the space and launch our exciting new programs. If you have not yet had the opportunity to stop by, we look forward to your visit - it is a great place to entertain visiting relatives.
What did you think of the new Museum of Art and Culture? If you have visited recently, please tell us by completing this short survey.
Download the MAC Visual Arts Program November 2019 - July 2020 and have the next six months of exhibitions, events and art classes at your fingertips!
cafe MAC
Visit Cafe MAC at the Museum of Art and Culture overlooking the glorious lake views and sculpture park. You can enjoy coffee, cake, or a light lunch with a glass of Ernest Hill wine during your next visit. Opening Hours of the Cafe MAC are Tuesday – Sunday 10.00am–4.00pm. Lunch is available between 11.30am–2.00pm For bookings, please phone 0434227909
shop MAC is located within the Museum of Art and Culture. The philosophy supports artisan made, sustainable, Fairtrade, Australian made and the local Indigenous Art Code program. You will find high quality handcrafted jewellery, glassware, ceramics, bags and accessories by local and national makers, as well as MAC merch, gift vouchers, cards, novelty items, art materials, books and art journals.
MAC Senior Curator Meryl Ryan discussing the work the Deposition, by Sam Jinks.
Current exhibitions
23 November 2019 – 9 February 2020
With a national / international interest and reach, the exhibition features work by significant contemporary artists whose practices tell stories about the human condition, transcending specific politics, culture, religion, gender, geographical location. At its best, contemporary art suggests narratives that reflect on our nature, our values, and our diversity to help us understand our world and make sense of each other.
Featured artists: Abdul Abdullah, Abdul-Rahman Abdullah, Lottie Consalvo, Richard Lewer with Felicity Law, Angelica Mesiti, Nell, Michal Rovner, Alex Seton, Chiharu Shiota, Christian Thompson and Sam Jinks.
From we. wiyelliko. Installation detail Nicole Monks jibaly wilugaju jibala (wajarri language: sound of water/sea water/freshwater) 2019 installation: emu feathers, wood, kangaroo skin, digital HD video.
Wiyelliko is the Awabakal for speak, say, talk, converse, communicate. This exhibition explores the elemental response of contemporary Aboriginal artists to their environment: connecting ancestral Dreaming – earthly memories handed down by the world’s oldest living oral tradition – speaking with, speaking to and spoken by the elders and the elements themselves.
Featured artists: Nicole Chaffey, Jasmine Miikika Craciun, Nicole Monks, Lin Burrinja Onus and Arthur Koo'ekka Pambegan Jnr.
From be. (your collection) be remembered. Installation view.
This exhibition celebrates MAC's two most significant gifts: the Ruth Spenser Koman Bequest (of the Dobell collection) and the recent Shirley Firkin Bequest (comprising works from 1960s-70s by artists such as Charles Blackman, Arthur Boyd, Robert Dickerson, Tom Gleghorn and Margaret Olley). Until 26 January.
MAC Society
The gallery society has recently adopted a new name and a new logo. The dynamic committee have been busy creating a number of fun activities for both members and non-members.
Christmas Luncheon Cruise
In the run up to Christmas, you can unwind and enjoy this social outing. The 3hr cruise on the Lady Mac departs at 11am from Booragul Public Wharf. The cruise features a Christmas buffet lunch and dessert. A fully licensed bar is on board.
The cost is $70.00 for members and $78.00 for non-members. Bookings are essential. Be quick. To book contact Jean Eggleton via email jeggleton@aapt.net.au or phone 0410 319 062.
Call out for Lake Macquarie Creatives!
To help Council understand the importance and the role of the creative industry in Lake Mac we’ve launched a survey. This will also help to determine what Council can do to encourage the development of a vibrant and active cultural economy. Please share with any creatives in Lake Mac: surveymonkey.com/r/CREATIVELAKEMACSURVEY
Special event
Gift wrapping at shop MAC on 14 & 15 December!
Gift wrapping on purchased items for gold coin donation.
Spend over $50 for free gift wrapping on purchased items.
Spend over $100 and we’ll give you a MAC tote to carry your goodies.
Spend over $200 and we’ll throw in an 8oz MAC keep cup, so you can sit back, sip your brew you relax knowing you’re all sorted.
New website
We recently launched our new website. Check it out mac.lakemac.com.au
HOLIDAY HOURS
Tues 24 December – Open until 2pm
Christmas Day and Boxing Day – Closed
Fri 27 December–Sun 29 December – Open 10am – 4.30pm
Mon 30 December – Closed
Tues 31 December – Open 10am – 4.30pm
Wed 1 January – Closed
Thurs 2 January – Normal operating hours resume
Wishing you and yours all the best for the holiday season!
