Celebrating culture, creativity and community
Mackay Private Hospital proudly presents a Harmony Week Art Gallery showcasing works by First Nations artists Jessica Rigby, Uncle Edward Rigby and Venita Mooney.
This Harmony Week, Mackay Private Hospital is proud to open its doors to the community with a special art exhibition celebrating culture, creativity and connection. From Monday 16 to Sunday 28 March, the hospital will transform into a vibrant public gallery showcasing the works of respected First Nations artists Jessica Rigby, Uncle Edward Rigby and Venita Mooney.
Hosted within Mackay Private Hospital and open to the public daily from 11am to 6pm, the exhibition invites community members, patients, staff and visitors alike to engage with powerful artworks that reflect storytelling, identity and the world’s oldest continuing cultures.
The exhibition will be officially launched with a Gala Evening on Thursday 19 March, held in recognition of National Close the Gap Day. The evening will include a smoking ceremony and Welcome to Country, providing an opportunity for reflection, learning and shared respect, while celebrating the artists and the importance of health equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Through this Harmony Week Art Gallery, Mackay Private Hospital is proud to celebrate diversity, support First Nations artists, and strengthen connections between health, culture and community.
Event Details
Exhibit open
- Monday 16 March to Sunday 28 March.
- Open to the public: 11am to 6pm, daily.
Exhibit Gala Evening
Thursday 19 March – National Close the Gap Day commencing at 6.30pm – 9pm
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