We would love to see you at a Strategic Planning Session. Arts Upper Hunter will be visiting towns and villages in the region over the next couple of months as part of our Strategic Planning for the next four years. We want to hear from you, your community, your Councils. This is not just about AUH…
The Regional Arts Network (which AUH is a member of) have released a report by research body Pattern Makers into Cultural Tourism in the regions. It makes essential reading for anyone involved in the arts or tourism, for Councils and cultural groups. There are a number of findings and recommendations for the next steps. You…
Tucked away in the Dungog Museum is a beautifully ornate National Cash Register, a relic of a bygone era when pounds, shillings, and pence were the currency of the day. Once a centerpiece in Skillen’s grocery shop, this historic register served the community until 1966, when Australia transitioned to decimal currency. The shop, formerly located…
Next//Studio is a digital skills workshop program created in collaboration with Arts Upper Hunter, the Singleton Arts + Cultural Centre and local creative industry professionals. In July 2024 we commenced the pilot version of the program during the school holidays to provide creative industry-based digital skills to youth 14 – 20 years over two days.…
Visitors to Singleton Arts and Cultural Centre this spring will be treated to four individual exhibitions that together paint a bright and bold picture of the Australian landscape. A special event will be held at the Arts and Cultural Centre from 6pm on Friday 23 August to open the four new exhibitions: Yuungla Bangay by…
Nearly $7,000 in grants have been announced for Upper Hunter region artists and groups. Executive Director of Arts Upper Hunter, John O’Brien, said that the assessors found their work difficult, as there was a record number of entries. “It was a bit like comparing apples and oranges, too, with organisations up against individuals and businesses.…
A free family friendly celebration of Aboriginal Culture. Concert featuring Dan Saltan, supported by Jem Cassar-Daley and Emceed by Isaac Compton. Market stalls, arts & crafts, kids activities etc. Saturday 14 September 2024, 1-9pm Muswellbrook Showground New England Highway, Muswellbrook. Visit https://culturalspectacular.com.au/
The Muswellbrook Red Cross is delighted to announce the celebration of its 110th anniversary. A display of memorabilia and photos will be held at the Muswellbrook Library from Monday 12 August to Friday 16 August 2024, in collaboration with the Muswellbrook Historical Society and Denman Red Cross. This remarkable milestone showcases over a century of…