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Hurstville Museum & Gallery

Locality: Hurstville, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 2 9330 6444

Address: 14 MacMahon Street 2220 Hurstville, NSW, Australia

Website: www.georgesriver.nsw.gov.au/HMG

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24.01.2022 Find out more about our unique Museum On The Move kits available for schools to hire. This kit is our Migration Stories - Nepalese kit. During this Covid shut down of our education and public programs, we want to keep you going with the learning and teaching of your students.... Although you cannot come to us we can come to you. We have a range of Museum on the move kits ready to come to your school. To find out more please contact Hurstville Museum & Gallery via: Messenger [email protected] 02 9330 6444

24.01.2022 Get spooky with Cleverpatch. Check out some creepy ideas to do at home

23.01.2022 Our latest exhibition 'Capturing Nature: Early photography at the Australian Museum 18571893' showcases the manner in which Museum’s once collected, categorised and photographed nature in order to understand and appreciate it. We recently spoke with Sarah Kalidis from Studio Onethirty who kindly showed us the way in which she creatively ‘captures’ nature. 'Capturing Nature: Early photographs at the Australian Museum 1857-1893' A travelling exhibition from the Australian Museum.

23.01.2022 Wishing you all a safe and happy New Year's Eve and all the best for 2021! These were our top nine posts for 2020! What would you like to see more of from us next year? Let us know!

23.01.2022 Peruse a great selection of artworks at the St George Art Society's online exhibition! https://stgeorgeartsociety.com.au/exhibition-2020/

22.01.2022 We hope you have been enjoying our 'Capturing nature' photo challenge! Are you ready for the next theme? This week's prompt is: Group. We can't wait to see how you interpret this theme! Tag us on instagram @hurstvillemuseumgallery and hashtag #capturingnaturephotochallenge so we can share your image! Please remember to not disturb animals or their habitats when you take a photo.... Capturing nature is on until 31 January 2021. [Image description: A photo of goldfish swimming in a fish tank.]

22.01.2022 Men and women of the colonies were often introduced to the latest fashion trends from new immigrants as they arrived in Sydney by ship. During this time, clothing was predominantly handmade in the household, with a seamstress or tailor employed only for special occasions or hard to make items. The characteristic silhouette of the 1890s was a small vertical puff at the shoulder, a bell-shaped skirt and a nipped in waist which created an hourglass shape. Dr James Lamrock a...nd his wife Margaret, who can be seen sporting this silhouette, are standing at the front door of their home known as ‘Deuaran’ in 1897. Lamrock and his wife were involved in the establishment of the St. George Cottage Hospital, now known as St George Hospital. This image is featured in our latest Snapshot exhibition 'Bygone beauty', on until 14 March 2021. Image: Dr James and Margaret Lamrock at their family home, ‘Deuaran’, Belgrave Street, Kogarah NSW, 1897. Georges River Libraries Local Studies collection. [Image description: A black and white photograph of a man and woman wearing Victorian dress standing in the entryway to their home.]

21.01.2022 Find out more about our unique Museum On The Move kits available for schools to hire. Watch the video to find out more about our Keep in touch kit. During this Covid shut down of our education and public programs, we want to keep you going with the learning and teaching of your students.... Although you cannot come to us we can come to you. We have a range of Museum on the move kits ready to come to your school. To find out more please contact Hurstville Museum & Gallery via: Messenger [email protected] 02 9330 6444

20.01.2022 Our latest spotlight blog post highlights the work of Helen Wyatt. Helen describes jewellery as ‘art you can wear’ and hopes that her pieces encourage people ‘to look at things in ways [they] haven’t before’. Read more over on our blog: https://hurstvillemuseumgallery.wordpress.com//use-artist/... Exhibition on until 25 October 2020. Image: Broken Window, 2017, Sterling silver, brass, stainless steel, varying sizes [Image description: A display case showcases Sterling silver and stainless steel brooches and necklaces. Some are propped up on plastic stands.]

19.01.2022 To coincide with Global Handwashing Day (15 October) Hurstville Museum & Gallery has developed a digital exhibition, encouraging the community to reflect on their own COVID-19 experiences and stories. The exhibition, 'Capturing COVID: A global pandemic through a local lens', is both a record and expression of the local impact of COVID-19 through photography and personal stories. Featuring the photographs of local artist and former Artist in Residence, Elder, the exhibition... highlights his evocative images; combining the changing face of business, public spaces and people’s lives as a result of COVID-19, at night and during the day. The exhibition also features quotes and excerpts from the Georges River Libraries ‘100 Diaries’ project. 100 diaries were sent out to members of the public in May 2020 to record, in text or as visual scrapbooks, people’s experiences of COVID-19 and its impact on their day-to-day lives. The resulting diaries are a mix of sad, poignant, reflective and humorous observations of lockdown. Digital exhibition can be viewed at www.georgesriver.nsw.gov.au/HMG On display online between 15 October and 15 November 2020.

19.01.2022 Our latest Dragon's Lair Gallery 'In the park: Georges River Artist in Residence 2020' opens today! This exhibition showcases the works of Helen Amanatiadis, Emma Davidson, Sofie Dieu, and Tess Mehonoshen, who have all undertaken residencies at Carss Park over the past 12 months. The Carss Park Artist’s Cottage provides a studio and accommodation in a picturesque bush setting on the Georges River. The Artist in Residence program aims to foster connections and interactions bet...ween people, introducing artists, experiences and opportunities to the Georges River community. Exhibition on from 3 - 25 October 2020. Image: Tess Mehonoshen, Carss Park Lifesavers Hall - afternoon light, installation using locally sourced sand, 2020. [Image description: sunlight streams onto a series of houses, trees and flowers made out of sand on a wooden floor.]

18.01.2022 Have you had a chance to visit our current exhibition 'Use'? When you first walk in, one of the works you're bound to notice is that of Kierra-Jay Power. Power is already establishing her own style and is pushing the boundaries of what can be defined as jewellery. Head to our blog to read more about the artist: https://hurstvillemuseumgallery.wordpress.com//use-artist/... Exhibition on until 25 October 2020. Image: A1367, 2018, Bronze, sterling silver, kangaroo leather cord, varying sizes. [Image description: Four necklaces are suspended from a wall. These necklaces are made from bronze and are bone-like in shape.]

18.01.2022 Have you booked your spot yet for our exciting Curator and Artist Q&A? You are invited to listen in to a conversation with Lisa Bryan-Brown, USE exhibition Curator and exhibition jewellers Elizabeth Shaw and Clare Poppi. This session will be facilitated by Renee Porter, Hurstville Museum & Gallery’s Curator. Together the panel will discuss the USE touring exhibition currently on display at Hurstville Museum & Gallery, its exhibition development and themes, and give insights i...nto creating new jewellery or small objects. Thursday 8 October 2020, 1.30 2.30pm AEDT Due to Daylight Savings, this event will take place 12.30 1.30pm AEST for QLD viewers. Cost Free Bookings essential. To register, click the link in our bio! You will be sent a link to the meeting prior to the session. Image: Elizabeth Shaw Heads: Nail Head Ring and Heads: Nail Head Necklace (left to right), 2018. Found nail, reused Sterling silver. Michelle Bowden, Visuall Photography [Image description: Close up of a ring and necklace made from found nails with silver heads attached.]

17.01.2022 Rebecca Ward's works are featured in our current exhibition 'USE'. Rebecca creates her works in a solar-powered studio located on Stoney Edge Nature Refuge at the Sunshine Coast in Queensland. It is this location surrounded by nature, which inspires her art works made from natural materials. Find out more: https://hurstvillemuseumgallery.wordpress.com//use-artist/... Exhibition on until 25 October 2020. Image: The Wingle-Wobb, 2018, Hardwood sticks, plastic, bamboo, 95 x 145 x 110 mm [Image description: A display cabinet made from wood and Perspex displays jewellery made from wood and discarded objects such as the heads off bamboo tooth brushes.]

16.01.2022 Check out the post below if you would like to promote your social, sporting or community group, club or business that's located in the Georges River Council area!

15.01.2022 Katie Stormonth's work is unique as she focuses not only on its aesthetic but also its texture. She aims for the wearer to experience her jewellery not just through sight but also through touch. You can view her work in our current exhibition 'Use'. To find out more about Katie, read our latest blog post: https://hurstvillemuseumgallery.wordpress.com//use-artist/... Exhibition on until 25 October 2020. Image: Blended Modes & Mediums, 2018, Sterling silver, aluminium, stainless steel, timber, acrylic paint, varying sizes. [Image description: An image of five jewellery pieces made of wood and metal painted in various shades of green. These works are displayed in a Perspex and wooden display cabinet.]

15.01.2022 As our Snapshot Gallery exhibition, The Everyday Observer: Joan Hatton, draws to a close, we thought we’d share the images that formed part of this show. Find out more about Joan Hatton and view her images over on our blog: https://hurstvillemuseumgallery.wordpress.com//the-everyd/... Exhibition closes 15 November 2020. Image: Railway Pedestrian Subway, Railway Parade, between Belgrave Street and Derby Streets, Kogarah, 1973. Georges River Libraries Local Studies collection. [Image description: A pedestrian tunnel located at Kogarah Railway Station. There is a light blue car that can be seen at the end of the tunnel.]

15.01.2022 Paola Raggo’s work has been greatly inspired by street maps. Originally needed to navigate and orientate herself between her travels from Chile to Australia, Raggo found inspiration and a metaphor of belonging. You can read more about her processes in our latest blog post and view her work currently on display in our latest exhibition, 'Use'. https://hurstvillemuseumgallery.wordpress.com//use-artist/... Exhibition on until 25 October 2020. Image: Art Studio Waste: Reusing Broken Tools (Saw Blades), Earrings & Brooch, 2017/18, Sterling silver, resin, broken saw blades, varying sizes [Image description: A display case featuring four jewellery pieces including a necklace, earrings and a brooch. These items are varying shades of green and blue.]

14.01.2022 Are you are collector and have a collection, large or small? Tell us about your collection how did it begin, what does it contain, what are your interests? We are seeking information and stories about natural history collections and collectors in the Georges River area, to coincide with the travelling exhibition from the Australian Museum, 'Capturing Nature: Early photography at the Australian Museum 1857-1893'.... Get in touch and tell us your story in the link below, or via [email protected] or (02) 9330 6444. https://yoursay.georgesriver.nsw.gov.au/capturing-nature-co [Image description: black and white image of a man standing behind the skeletal fin of a sperm whale.]

14.01.2022 ‘Capturing Nature: Early photography at the Australian Museum 1857-1893’ is a travelling exhibition from the Australian Museum on now at Hurstville Museum & Gallery until 31 January 2021. In conjunction with this exhibition, we have developed 'Sculpt this' activity, using some of the amazing images in the show as inspiration for a 3D sculptural art work made from wire and clay. To watch the video and download the free worksheets visit our Blog post. Material kits are also ava...ilable for purchase. http://ow.ly/leVW50CLyuG See more

14.01.2022 Our curator, Renee Porter, recently facilitated a talk, featuring Lisa Bryan-Brown, USE exhibition Curator and exhibition jewellers Elizabeth Shaw and Clare Poppi. This was filmed as a public program in partnership with M&G QLD while the exhibition was on display at Hurstville Museum and Gallery in October 2020. This video is now available online!... http://www.magsq.com.au/cms/page.asp?ID=9321#25317 [Image description: A screenshot of a zoom call featuring four smiling people,]

12.01.2022 The theme of this week’s #capturingnaturephotochallenge was ‘pattern’. It can be tricky capturing the tiny details on insects before they fly away - well done @leyshmonster stay tuned everyone for next week’s theme!

12.01.2022 Check out this new art initiative from @CASSCare.english

12.01.2022 Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from our family here at Hurstville Museum & Gallery to yours! This Christmas card, recently donated to our collection, was sent by Eric Lloydstom to his family Maud and Doris for Christmas while serving in the Seventh Field Company, Australian Engineers, A.I.F. Eric was living with his wife Jane on Forest Road, Hurstville when he enlisted in 1915. Here is a photo of Eric Lloydstrom on the Municipal of Hurstville Honour Roll no. 2, number 156.

12.01.2022 We're excited to announce that our next upcoming exhibition will be 'The Stencil Art Prize'! Edgy, political, cheeky and pop-culture inspired, 'The Stencil Art Prize' features finalists from around the globe; from photo-realist stencils with dozens of layers, to intricate hand-cut stencils on delicate paper, this biannual exhibition is the world’s largest touring stencil prize and is the authority on all things ‘stencil art’. Celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2019, the Priz...e is a snapshot of the grassroots stencil art form that has undergone resurgence in recent decades and is now thriving. 'The Stencil Art Prize' community of international finalists push the boundaries of the ‘stencil definition’ utilising a diverse range of techniques, materials and technology. On display from 6 February - 2 May 2021. Image: 'Rebel, Rebel', Stephen Quick, United Kingdom, aerosol and ink on canvas. [Image description: A close-up image of a woman's face wearing a red eye mask. In a white box at the top left hand side of the image reads in black text 'Rebel, Rebel'. In the bottom right hand side there is a white box with black text which reads 'You've torn your dress'.]

12.01.2022 Are you are collector and have a collection, large or small? Let us know what you like to collect in the comments below. If you collect items for a natural history collection and are interested in sharing your collection story get in touch and tell us via the link below or contact us at [email protected] or (02) 9330 6444.... We are seeking information and stories about natural history collections and collectors in the Georges River area, to coincide with the travelling exhibition from the Australian Museum, 'Capturing Nature: Early photographs at the Australian Museum 1857-1893'. On NOW at Hurstville Museum & Gallery until 31 January 2021. https://yoursay.georgesriver.nsw.gov.au/capturing-nature-co Image: Wombat skulls. Photo Australian Museum [Image description: A black and white photograph of two wombat skulls.]

11.01.2022 Xiaohui Yang is inspired by the way the individual interacts with wearable art. She aims for her art to "prove that the body and object interact and mutually shape, in a two-way record. View Xiaohui's work currently on display in USE. To find out more read our latest blog post: https://hurstvillemuseumgallery.wordpress.com//use-artist/ Exhibition on until 25 October 2020.... Image: Measurement Distance Between Fingers Series, 2017, Silver, paper, varying sizes [Image description: Cage shaped objects made to be worn on the fingers lay flat on a grey surface.]

11.01.2022 This week’s theme for our #capturingnaturephotochallenge was ‘Close up’. Our pick of the week is @annehenshaw who photographed this little beauty as it rested for a moment up in the tree. Thank you for sharing with us Anne!

11.01.2022 Our latest Dragons Lair Gallery exhibition, 'In the Park: Georges River Artist in Residence 2020', showcases the works of Helen Amanatiadis, Emma Davidson, Sofie Dieu and Tess Mehonoshen, who have all undertaken residences at Carss Park over the past 12 months. In our latest blog post, Sofie takes some time to answer questions about her residency. One of her highlights was the beautiful park surrounds of the cottage... "I would load up with inspiration and creativity and go s...traight back to the studio and pour it all on paper how precious!" - Sofie Dieu. Read more over on our blog: https://hurstvillemuseumgallery.wordpress.com/ Exhibition on until 25 October 2020. Image: 'Entience (I Hear Them Cry)' ink on print, Sofie Dieu. [Image description: A black and white ink on print image of a woman with her hands covering her face, surrounded by leaf forms floating around her.]

09.01.2022 Our latest Dragon's Lair Gallery exhibition is 'Burnt earth' by Sydney artist, Michael Ambriano (@ambrianoart). 'Burnt earth' marks the 12 month anniversary of the 2019/2020 bushfires and is an exploration of the devastating effects the fires had on the Australian landscape, as well as the glimpses of recovery and regeneration that have begun to occur. Michael Ambriano will be in the gallery for an 'Afternoon with the Artist' from 2-5pm this Sunday, 29 November. Free event, ...all welcome! 'Burnt earth' is on display from 28 November 2020 to 7 February 2021. Image: Eerie Quiet I by Michael Ambriano [Image description: a bush landscape scarred by recent bushfires. Colours are in moody blues and browns, medium is oil on canvas]

08.01.2022 NAIDOC Week 2020 celebrations at Georges River Council childcare centres. #NAIDOCWeek2020 #alwayswasalwayswillbe

08.01.2022 Can you bring some cheer to those who are more isolated and vulnerable people in our community Get together with friends or family, follow the simple steps and drop your cards off by Friday 11 December. Click below to find out more. ... #bringthecheer #community

08.01.2022 Are you a dancer, musician, performer or maker from the St George area? Shopfront Arts Co-Op want you to perform at ELEVATE!

07.01.2022 While the ‘S' shape look formed by wearing corsets was highly sought after, women working outside the home required their clothing to be more practical. This led to an increase in popularity for ‘tailor-made’ suits which were introduced in the late 1800s and worn during the early 1900s. These suits were favoured over dresses as they allowed women to simply change their blouse and continue wearing the skirt. This photograph is believed to have been taken outside Croft’s Shop, ...owned by Arthur Croft. This shop, located between Carrington Avenue and MacMahon Street, Hurstville sold fruit and other groceries from approximately 1898 to 1907. This image is featured in our latest Snapshot exhibition 'Bygone beauty', exhibition on until 14 March 2021. [Image description: A sepia photograph captures a woman and three children outside a shop front. The woman is wearing a white apron over a long sleeve dress.] Image: Believed to be Croft's Shop, Forest Road, Hurstville NSW, 1900s. Georges River Libraries Local Studies collection.

07.01.2022 The curatorial premise of the USE exhibition was for artists to respond to the concept of tools. Jac Dyson focused on arguably the most important tool of all for a jewellery maker the hands. Find out more about Jac in our latest blog post: https://hurstvillemuseumgallery.wordpress.com//use-artist/... Exhibition on until 25 October 2020. Image: Finger Pockets Series, 2018, Fine silver, sterling silver, porcelain, varying sizes [Image description: Five finger shaped sculptures made from porcelain and fine silver weaved into mesh.]

07.01.2022 Despite subtle changes in details and accessories, men’s fashion changed relatively little for the first half of the 20th century. A three-piece suit was the mainstay of menswear throughout this period and the formality of the garment could be adjusted depending on the occasion. During this decade, the First World War greatly affected all aspects of daily life, and fashion was no exception. According to fashion historian James Laver, womenswear after the war could be describe...d as "completely tubular". Skirts were still long, but an attempt was made to confine the body in a cylinder. This style would eventually evolve into the signature look of the 1920s - the flapper. This image is featured in our latest Snapshot exhibition 'Bygone beauty', on until 14 March 2021. Image: Settle and Diment Produce and Grocery Store, believed to be Forest Road, Penshurst NSW, 1912. Georges River Libraries Local Studies collection. [Image description: A sepia photograph of a group of men and women standing outside a wooden building which has a sign that reads Settle & Diment Grocers, there is a man sitting on a horse and cart near by.]

06.01.2022 USE Exhibition workshop with Helen Bird #behindthescenes @magsqld

04.01.2022 In case you miss us over our Christmas break. Take a virtual walk through our award winning St George Stories exhibition. This video focuses on the area's domestic history - can you spot the Magic Lantern that was one of our mystery object throughout the year? #HMGatHome #museumathome #StGeorgeStories

04.01.2022 This photograph was captured at the St George Festival of Flowers at Hurstville Oval. This festival, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Hurstville, included a procession which was comprised of 12 decorated floats, motor vehicles and several municipal bands. This image is featured in our latest Snapshot exhibition 'Bygone beauty', on until 14 March 2021. Image: St George Festival of Flowers, Hurstville Oval, Hurstville, NSW, believed to be 1955. Georges River Libraries Local Stu...dies collection. [Image description: Two men in suits stand next to colourful floral arrangements.]

03.01.2022 Hurstville Museum & Gallery 2020 year in review - Main Gallery exhibitions. 'The many story tree house' from Books Illustrated February - May 'Artbomb - connect + create' June - July... 'USE' from Museums & Galleries Queensland 'Capturing Nature : Early photography at the Australian Museum 1857 1893 ' from Australian Museum October 2020 - January 2021 We hope that you have a safe and happy holiday season and hope to see you soon in 2021. Hurstville Museum & Gallery Team

02.01.2022 And that’s a wrap ‘USE’ exhibition workshop with @helenbird #magsqld