Outback Regional Gallery
The Outback Regional Gallery was officially opened on 11 April 1998 during the Easter in the Outback celebrations marking the opening of the Waltzing Matilda Centre in Winton. The Outback Regional Gallery aims to enrich the cultural life of the community by presenting quality exhibitions from diverse sources, while promoting exhibiting opportunities for local and regional artists. The presentation and management of exhibition is carried out by professionally trained members of the Gallery Volunteers Group, drawn from the local community. The Outback Regional Gallery is the only gallery in central western Queensland purpose built to enable the display of art works from State and National institutions.
Collections
The collection consists of paintings, photographs, sculpture and ceramics. A major focus is the Outback of Waltzing Matilda and its connection with the Australian identity, epitomised in the Jolly Swagman statue by Daphne Mayo. The exhibition program includes annual national art and photography competitions, travelling exhibitions as well as exhibitions from local and regional artists.