Arts Outwest Celebrates 50 Years In Central West Nsw

 

Arts OutWest, the peak arts body and regional arts development organisation for the NSW Central West, has been working across the region for 50 years.

“As the oldest regional arts program in NSW, Arts OutWest has a strong legacy of high quality arts activities coupled with support for arts, heritage and culture across all artforms and all interests,” said Arts OutWest chair Margot Jolly.

“The organisation is highly regarded in the state and national arts sectors, and is a leader in areas like arts and health – something our region can be proud of.” A special 50th anniversary dinner will be held at Forbes Town Hall on Saturday June 1st. Whilst the dinner is sold out, you can still attend the opening of three new art exhibitions on Saturday afternoon, 2-3pm at Forbes Town Hall.

The exhibitions showcase recent work by members of the Forbes Arts Society, work by Arts OutWest staff, board and advisory council members, and photography from Arts OutWest’s Media Associates. The exhibitions will be open to the public Sunday 2nd June, and then across the long weekend June 8th-10th, from 10am-2pm at Forbes Town Hall and next door at St Andrews Hall. Work by Wiradjuri artist Rhonda Sharp will also show at Forbes Visitor Information Centre for the month of June.

“Arts OutWest has played a pivotal role in nurturing artistic talent, promoting community engagement, and enhancing the cultural vitality on a regional level,” said Mrs Jolly.

Arts OutWest is one of 15 regional arts development organisations across the state, receiving funding from state, local and federal government and working with a wide range of partners to deliver support and run strategic arts projects in their region.