Aboriginal Art Co Community Day

Join the Nunukul Yuggera Aboriginal Dancers as they welcome us to Country through traditional song, dance and storytelling, kicking off the day with a special cultural performance. With over 25 years of experience, the troupe has travelled extensively, sharing and celebrating Aboriginal culture around the world. Their work focuses on raising awareness of Indigenous culture, inspiring younger generations to connect with their heritage and empowering them to grow up proud and strong in their culture. The directors are descendants of the Nunukul, Yuggera/Turrbal, Yugimbir and Nugi peoples.

Come along and explore a vibrant range of First Nations products, from ceramics, jewellery and woven pieces to fashion, native flowers, homewares, art prints, plenty of Blak merch and loads of unique Christmas gifts! Discover beautiful creations from an incredible lineup of First Nations artists, makers and businesses, including Blak Botanics, Durban Bagii, Delvene Cockatoo-Collins, Magpie Goose and more. Shop local, find something special for your loved ones (or yourself!), meet the makers and support First Nations artists and businesses this festive season. There’s something for everyone!

Celebrate the culmination of Solomon Booth's eight-week OCCUPY Residency at Vacant Assembly, sponsored by Aboriginal Art Co, with the unveiling of a new body of work in our upstairs gallery. Joining us all the way from his motherland in Kubin Village, Moa Island, in the Torres Strait, Solomon brings a deep connection to Country, culture and community that is central to his creative practice and the stories explored through his work. Hear directly from Solomon in a special panel discussion with Rachel Bywaters (Aboriginal Art Co) and Sarah Seminutin (Vacant Assembly), exploring his residency journey, creative practice and the inspiration behind his new collection.

Join us in our downstairs gallery for an artist talk celebrating an exhibition showcasing the creative practices of First Nations artists Ebony Birks and Sophie Taylor. Both artists have cultural connections to Kamilaroi Country, with Ebony also connected to Dhunghutti Country. Hear directly from Ebony and Sophie as they share the stories, inspirations and creative processes behind their latest works, exploring contemporary expression, materiality, cultural identity and storytelling. Discover Ebony's sculptural silver adornments and Sophie's ceramic sculptures and mixed media paintings, gain insight into their individual practices and connect with the artists.