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The Old Butchers Shop Gallery

112 Seymour Street,
Soldiers Hill VIC 3350

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  • 7 Feb

  • 8 Feb

  • 14 Feb

12pm–5pm

Lauren Mathews, Robyn Fisher and Emily Van Der Molen explore play as a human centered survival strategy that protected us in childhood and connects us in adulthood. Through the lens of childhood objects, memories and collaborative mixed media making, this exhibition will disturb and delight in equal measure

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

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Dates & Times

  • Sat 7 Feb 12pm–5pm
  • Sun 8 Feb 12pm–5pm
  • Sat 14 Feb 12pm–5pm
  • Sun 15 Feb 12pm–5pm
  • Sat 21 Feb 12pm–5pm
  • Sun 22 Feb 12pm–5pm
  • Sat 28 Feb 12pm–5pm
  • Sun 1 Mar 12pm–5pm

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Lake Wendouree VIC 3350

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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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