What’s on at the Old Courthouse Complex
ART EXHIBITIONS
Whispers of the Wild I Busselton WAFTA Group I 8 Jan - 1 Feb
Whispers of the Wild is a textile exploration of the South West ~ Discover the beauty of Western Australia’s South West through fibre art. Handcrafted textiles inspired by the wild landscapes, flora and fauna.
Opening event: Sunday, 11 January - 11am - 12.30am
Artist talks & garden market: Saturday, 24 January at 11am
Resistance & Resilience I Rosemary Helmis I 8 Jan - 2 Feb
Resistance & Resilience explores the tension between human-made convenience and nature’s endurance. Rosemary’s ceramic sculptures reflect the fragile yet resilient patterns of the natural world, prompting reflection on sustainability, beauty, and the objects we create.
Opening event & artist talk: Saturday, 10 January - 1pm - 2.30pm
In the Quiet of the Land I Regional Arts Triennial I 7 Feb - 1 Mar
Featuring 12 celebrated regional artists, In the Quiet of the Land spans a rich diversity of mediums, including painting, photography, ceramics, weaving, printmaking, textiles, natural dye, mixed media and installation.
Gerald Ashcroft · Elaine Clocherty, Waljin - Mitchella Hutchins & Dwardinan - Vivian Brockman Webb · Merle Davis · Christian Fletcher · Francesco Geronazzo · Gary Hambleton · Melanie Jarman · Kay Manolas · Kim Perrier · Barbara Weeks
Opening event: Friday, 6 February at 5pm
ART WORKSHOPS IN THE FODDER ROOM
Mindful Monday - Sharon Williams I Monday, 12 Jan - Book your place
Abstract Art with Acrylics - Kids’ Workshop (4-7 years) with Carolina Vaz Pinto I 20 Jan
Sea Life with Watercolours - Kids’ Workshop (8-12 years) with Carolina Vaz Pinto I 21 Jan
Fairy wrens with Watercolours - Kids’ Workshop (13+) with Carolina Vaz Pinto I 22 Jan
Book your school holiday art workshop with Carolina
HERITAGE EXHIBITIONS
Forgotten Voyages - Rediscovering the S.S. Georgette - Learn about the disastrous final voyage of the S.S. Georgette as you immerse yourself in riveting true accounts of this infamous shipwreck.
Stories from the Gaol Cells - Discover the captivating stories of prisoners and law enforcement officials from a bygone era in as you explore the Old Busselton Gaol’s cold, dark cells.
GALLERY STORE
Browse the Gallery Store's stunning range of quality local art, jewellery, pottery, glasswork, cards, photography, paintings and woodwork.
OLD POST OFFICE CAFE
After exploring the buildings, heritage exhibitions, art, grounds and gardens of the Busselton Cultural Precinct, why not visit The Old Post Office Café within the Old Courthouse Complex to recharge?
Take a seat in this charming building or relax on the veranda overlooking Queen Street with a cup of coffee or tea alongside delicious sweet and savoury treats crafted with seasonal, locally sourced produce.