Shepparton is experiencing a renaissance as a world-class arts and cultural destination, with a welcome increase in overnight tourism to our region.
Over the last 12 months, we’ve been thrilled to welcome over 100,000 visitors to Shepparton Art Museum. With a uniquely international focus in our exhibition program this year, artworks from Pablo Picasso and Gilbert & George transported the viewer to the creative centres of Europe, while the vibrant portraits from photographer Ryan McGinley’s YEARBOOK gave us a glimpse into the lively artistic community of New York City.
As always, we relished each opportunity to collaborate with our region’s incredible creative practitioners, presenting the work of over 100 local artists in our Community Gallery. With inspiration ranging from the fluorescent canola fields of Dookie to the resilience of neighbours in the aftermath of the 2022 floods, the flourishing creativity of our region is a source of hope and inspiration.
As we head towards the third anniversary working in our amazing new building, we look towards another important milestone – the 90th anniversary of our art collection in 2026. From artworks that continue ancient traditions to objects that celebrate boundless innovation, the SAM collection is a shared one – built by community, for community.
