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The Grand Old Dames of Ballarat Exhibition by Charmaine Channells

The Old Butchers Shop Gallery

112 Seymour Street,
Soldiers Hill VIC 3350

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  • 2 May

  • 3 May

  • 9 May

12pm–4pm

A collection of portraits that pay homage to iconic Ballarat buildings and present realistic interpretations of imagined personas. Decorative architectural elements, derived from human vision and the mastery of human hands, have brought beauty to the built environment.

Each Dame embodies the essence of their formation: what they are and who they are. Part of the Ballarat Heritage Festival.

The Old Butchers Shop Gallery is a place to show the diversity and talent of Ballarat artists, with a different artist exhibiting each month.

Content: The Old Butchers Shop Gallery

Dates & Times

  • Sat 2 May 12pm–4pm
  • Sun 3 May 12pm–4pm
  • Sat 9 May 12pm–4pm
  • Sun 10 May 12pm–4pm
  • Sat 16 May 12pm–4pm
  • Sun 17 May 12pm–4pm
  • Sat 23 May 12pm–4pm
  • Sun 24 May 12pm–4pm

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Visitor Information Centres

Ballarat Town Hall
225 Sturt Street
Ballarat VIC 3350

Ballarat Botanical Gardens
401-405 Wendouree Parade
Lake Wendouree VIC 3350

Acknowledgement of Country

Across Victoria’s Midwest, we acknowledge that we travel across the ancient landscapes of many First Peoples communities. These lands have been nurtured and cared for over tens of thousands of years and we respect the work of Traditional Custodians for their ongoing care and protection.

We recognise the past injustices against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in this country. As our knowledge grows, we hope that we can learn from their resilience and creativity that has guided them for over 60,000 years. As we invite people to visit and explore Victoria’s Midwest, we ask that alongside us, you also grow to respect the stories, living culture and connection to Country of the Ancestors and Elders of our First Peoples.


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