Ararat Regional Art Gallery

Established in 1968, Ararat Regional Art Gallery holds one of only two major contemporary fibre and textile collections in regional Australia. The gallery presents a diverse annual program showcasing artists working with fibre and textiles, together with touring exhibitions and exhibitions drawn from the gallery`s permanent collection.


Key sub collections include:


* Textile miniatures

* The Art of the Japanese Package: traditional Japanese packaging predominantly using natural fibres

* The Lady Barbara Grimwade Costume Collection: garments and accessories worn by Lady Barbara Grimwade that cover fashion between 1956-1989

* The Frances Burke Collection: screenprinted fabric lengths and samples by Australian designer Frances Burke

* Textile, fibre and leather objects from the Victorian State Craft Collection (held on long term loan)

 

Category: Galleries, Museums and Collections