Artists talk: the Native Institute |

Karla Dickens, A Common Pain, 2013 - karladickens.com.au/artwork/a-common-pain (image courtesy Karla Dickens)

Artists talk on the Native Institute with Karla Dickens and Leanne Tobin

The Native Institute was established in Blacktown in 1823, to ‘educate’ and ‘reform’ Aboriginal children during colonisation. This potent site represents the origins of the institutionalization of Aboriginal people in Australia and holds great cultural, spiritual and heritage significance for Aboriginal communities.

Come along and hear two highly respected Aboriginal artists, Karla Dickens and Leanne Tobin, as they speak about their experiences while researching and visiting this site, and see the works that have been inspired by their journey.

Venue: Theatrette at the Australian Museum, 6 College Street, Sydney
Date: 17 November 2013
Time: Doors open 11am for a light morning tea. One-hour lecture begins promptly at 11.30am.
Admission: $20 (including General Admission). $15 Members.

This talk is part of a series of talks, tours and performances hosted by the Australian Museum for the Corroboree festival, from 16-19 November 2013. The museum’s program of Indigenous cultural experience and interactions aims to engage and educate audiences about Aboriginal heritage and culture, particularly in regards to NSW. Come along for an opportunity to interact with Indigenous artists and cultural practitioners as they interpret objects and share insights into their cultures.

Visit the Australian Museum website to find out more: australianmuseum.net.au/event/corroboree