Gosford Regional Gallery celebrates 25 years this year, with a program of exhibitions and events set to bring people together through art.
Central Coast Council’s Director Community and Recreation Services Melanie Smith said over the past 25 years the gallery had held almost 500 exhibitions presenting artwork created by thousands of artists from all over the world.
“Our gallery’s major exhibition program for 2025 celebrates artistic excellence, creativity and community engagement, while serving as a platform for emerging and established artists to share their work and enrich the cultural fabric of our region,” she said.
“This year, there’s a cutting-edge exhibition featuring a real-time generative artwork of the Central Coast, alongside national treasures from the Australian War Memorial and the highly anticipated Archibald Prize from the Art Gallery of NSW.”
Two remarkable exhibitions opened on February 15 and will show until March 23: Art in Conflict – a touring exhibition from the Australian War Memorial which invites audiences to explore the power of creativity during war; and Dandhi- Grounded: a celebration of Indigenous culture and its connection to the land and waterways by Ethan-James Kotiau.
To commemorate the 25th anniversary, the gallery will present 25 Moments, a mix of previously exhibited, new and specifically commissioned artworks, comprising sculpture, painting, photography and installation, including an exclusive, immersive digital work, opening on Saturday, April 12.
Another transformation in 2025 will be the establishment of a new moving image art gallery.
This dedicated space will be inaugurated with a specially commissioned work by artist John Power – Wander and Dwell.
The real-time generative digital artwork will challenge audiences and take them on a journey exploring the natural and urban environments of the Central Coast.
Other important exhibitions celebrating local talent and providing an opportunity for the community to experience a diverse range of artistic expressions include the bi-annual Emerging Awards and annual Gosford Art Prize, which play vital roles in supporting creativity, fostering cultural connection and inspiring future generations.
Prize winners will be announced on June 27 for Emerging and September 5 for the Gosford Art Prize.
The Archibald Prize 2025, one of Australia’s most celebrated art awards, will be hosted at Gosford Regional Gallery from November 22, following its Sydney exhibition.
Central Coast Mayor Lawrie McKinna said this year’s program reflected Council’s commitment to making art accessible and the evolving culture on the Central Coast.
“The Gosford Regional Gallery is more than just a space for art; it’s a vibrant hub where residents can connect with diverse artistic experiences, spark creativity and celebrate the unique stories of our community,” he said.
“The gallery is a place for our community and visitors to enjoy all year-round, where they can learn new skills through workshops and be inspired by both local and international exhibitions.”
To view the full 2025 program for Gosford Regional Gallery, search ‘gallery program 2025’ at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au
The gallery is at 36 Webb St, East Gosford, and opens from 9.30am-4pm daily.
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