Myall Creek and beyond

Abstract

Myall Creek and beyond was an exhibition of newly commissioned works by contemporary Aboriginal artists held at New England Regional Art Museum (NERAM), Armidale, in June 2018, as part of a four-day long program to commemorate the 180th anniversary of the Myall Creek Massacre in 1838. The exhibition and program of events explored this difficult shared history to increase awareness and considered discourse about these events, and their continuing impact on both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people. The cultural and community events that were part of the project were aimed at building upon the work and profile of the Myall Creek Memorial as a vital site for reconciliation, and to encourage increased participation in their annual commemoration. Myall Creek and beyond was curated by Bianca Beetson,