Official Opening
Saturday 22 November | 11.00am
Smoking Ceremony by Gadhungal Marring, Welcome to Country by Aunty Ruth Simms, and Opening Remarks by CEO Rachel Kent.
Auslan interpreted
The Hidden Line: Art of the Boyd Women repositions the creative practices of five generations of women from one of Australia’s most prominent artistic dynasties.
Running from 22 November 2025 – 15 February 2026, this timely exhibition showcases more than 300 diverse works and brings the women of the Boyd family into focus. As artists, designers, photographers, and creative collaborators, their contributions—though historically less celebrated than those of their male counterparts—remain deeply influential.
Join us for Opening Weekend Saturday 22 & Sunday 23 November with free entry to the exhibition, artist talks and live music.
With thanks to exhibition Supporting Patron John Curtis AM & Anna Curtis
Program Highlights
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The Legacy of the Boyd Women | Panel
Saturday 22 November | 12.15pm
Join us for a panel discussion with artists in the exhibition exploring the Boyd women’s creative legacies and cultural influence, chaired by exhibition curator Sophie O’Brien
Auslan interpreted
Honouring a Creative Legacy | Panel
Saturday 22 November | 1.30pm
Artists Timna Taylor and Pip Ryan discuss honouring history while shaping Australia’s creative future, chaired by exhibition curator Sophie O’Brien
Auslan interpreted
Dear Yvonne
Saturday 22 November | 2.15pm
A 1943 letter from Joy Hester to her friend Yvonne Boyd, performed by Gretel Killeen
Auslan interpreted
Rethinking Australia's Art History
Sunday 23 November | 11am
Professor Lisa Slade re-examines postwar Australian art and accepted narratives
Wayapa Wuurrk
Sunday 23 November | 9.30am
Join Jaz Corr for a workshop combining Indigenous knowledge, gentle movement, Earth mindfulness and meditation. Limited capacity, pre-registration required
Saturday 22 November
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11am | Smoking Ceremony
Presented by Gadhungal Marring
11.30am | Welcome To Country & Opening Address
Presented by Aunty Ruth Simms and Bundanon CEO Rachel Kent
Auslan interpreted
12.15pm | The Legacy of the Boyd Women
A panel discussion with artists in the exhibition exploring the Boyd women’s creative legacies and cultural influence, chaired by exhibition curator Sophie O’Brien
Auslan interpreted
1.30pm | Honouring a Creative Legacy
Artists Timna Taylor and Pip Ryan discuss honouring history while shaping Australia’s creative future, chaired by Sophie O’Brien
Auslan interpreted
2.15pm | Dear Yvonne with Gretel Killeen
A 1943 letter from Joy Hester to her friend Yvonne Boyd, performed by Gretel Killeen
Auslan interpreted
3pm | Boyd Music Series Concert: Benedicte Maurseth
Benedicte Maurseth performs an immersive, unforgettable musical journey on the Norwegian Hardanger fiddle with three remarkable collaborators
Ticketed event, book now
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ALL DAY
10am, 12pm & 4.15pm | DJ Charlie Villas
In the Art Museum Forecourt
10am-3pm | EMMA
Contribute to a growing art installation by artist Sarah Goffman
10am-5pm | Art Museum open
10am-5.30pm | Ramox Café open
10.30am & 3pm | Art In Heaven film
A priest, enduring difficult life circumstances, moves to a country parish where a friendship with a young musician returns his sense of hope. Directed by Jessica Boyd (30 mins duration)
Sunday 23 November
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9.30am | Wayapa Wuurrk
Breathing workshop by Jaz Corr. Limited capacity, pre-registration required
10.30am | Dear Yvonne with Jessica Boyd
A 1943 letter from Joy Hester to her friend Yvonne Boyd, performed by Jessica Boyd
Auslan interpreted
11am | Rethinking Australia’s Art History
Professor Lisa Slade re-examines postwar Australian art and accepted narratives
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ALL DAY
10am, 12pm, 1pm & 2pm | Art In Heaven film
A priest, enduring difficult life circumstances, moves to a country parish where a friendship with a young musician returns his sense of hope. Directed by Jessica Boyd (30 mins duration)
10am-3pm | EMMA
Contribute to a growing art installation by artist Sarah Goffman
10am-4pm | Art Museum open
10am-4pm | Ramox Café open
11am-3pm | Kiana Tomic
Live music set
