Current & Upcoming Exhibitions & Events

Northern Exposure Nine

01 Feb 2026
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26 Apr 2026 Northern Exposure is a biennial exhibition that offers a unique opportunity to discover what local artists are creating right now – from emerging talent to established creatives. Each artist presents work that reflects the themes and subjects central to their current arts practice.

Primavera: Young Australian Artists

14 Feb 2026
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19 Apr 2026 The Museum of Contemporary Art Australia’s annual Primavera: Young Australian Artists exhibition showcases the work of Australian artists aged 35 years and under.

Sprouts Holiday Fun

09 Apr 2026 09 Apr 2026 16 Apr 2026 16 Apr 2026 Grow your child's creativity at one of our Glasshouse Sprouts art sessions during the April school holidays!

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Luke Thurgate: Monster Drawing for Teens

16 Apr 2026 Come and draw monsters with Glasshouse artist in residence Luke Thurgate. This workshop is for teenagers aged 13 to 17 and will explore ideas of hybridity, scale and narrative.

Luke Thurgate: Drawing for Educators

17 Apr 2026 Join Glasshouse artist in residence Luke Thurgate for a drawing workshop designed for art educators.

Dual Exhibition Opening: Barely There & Pánta rheî

24 Apr 2026 Join us for an inspiring evening in the Gallery as we celebrate the opening of two exciting new exhibitions: Barely There by the Hastings Valley Fine Art Association and Pánta rheî – Everything flows by Catherine Cloran.

Pánta rheî – Everything flows CATHERINE CLORAN

26 Apr 2026
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07 Jun 2026 Inspired by Heraclitus’ idea that we never step into the same river twice, Catherine Cloran explores the constant motion of landscape and self.

Barely There – Hastings Valley Fine Art Association

26 Apr 2026
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07 Jun 2026 Barely There, is an exhibition consisting of 48 artists from the Hasting Valley Fine Art Association group. While the exhibition includes works featuring the nude, it extends far beyond the body.

ARTEXPRESS

09 May 2026
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19 Jul 2026 ARTEXPRESS is a HSC Showcase that celebrates the creativity
and achievement of HSC Visual Arts students, featuring the high standard and diversity of works by students across New South Wales.

National Volunteer Week 2026: Thank You Glasshouse Volunteers

18 May 2026
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24 May 2026 National Volunteer Week, Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteering, will take place from Monday 18 May to Sunday 24 May, 2026. We are deeply thankful for our volunteers and are proud to celebrate these exceptional individuals.

Fighting Spirit: The Art of Boxing

13 Jun 2026
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02 Aug 2026 Fighting Spirit: The Art of Boxing is the story of boxing in Australia told through art and screen. This touring exhibition captures the strength and determination of key figures in the Australian boxing world and reflects the influence the sport has had on Australian society and culture.

sensorial

25 Jul 2026
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13 Sep 2026 This exhibition includes new and existing work made by neurodivergent and disabled people and those who work with them. The artists and collectives have wholeheartedly embraced the idea of presenting works that captivate our full range of senses and most importantly, can be touched.

Dan O’Toole: Voices from the Void

25 Jul 2026
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04 Oct 2026 The exhibition features nine drums, displayed as wall hanging objects, that when approached, begin to vibrate and produce a sine wave. The drum skins, painted black, act as a void drawing focus to the sound which is being projected; singing to the audience and harmonising with the other drums, the room becomes an instrument and the audience the players.

Operation Art

08 Aug 2026
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04 Oct 2026 Operation Art is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year and is an annual exhibition showcasing artworks created by students from across New South Wales. Each year, 50 works are selected to become part of The Children’s Hospital at Westmead, brightening the environment and helping to lift the spirits of young patients through the healing power of art.