Published on Tuesday, 15 December 2020 at 9:22:48 AM
Visitors to the Geraldton Regional Art Gallery (GRAG) will have the opportunity to view the Australian War Memorial exhibition For Country, for Nation when it launches this Friday night.
The display explores Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stories of military service and is part of a three-year tour sweeping the nation.
City of Greater Geraldton Mayor Shane Van Styn said the exhibition encourages people to remember those who fought for Australia.
“For Country, for Nation honours the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who served in our nation’s military forces and gave up so much for us to lead the lives we do today,” he said.
“The collection of objects, art and photographs represents an experience of wartime and peace, and is deeply moving.
“It’s a great privilege to host this exhibition and to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for a better nation and world.”
For Country, for Nation is the first memorial exhibition dedicated exclusively to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stories of military service.
The exhibition has already featured at Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery, Melbourne Museum, Queensland Museum, Glasshouse Gallery and the Araluen Cultural Centre.
For Country, for Nation will be on display at GRAG from Saturday 19 December to Saturday 30 January 2021. To view GRAG’s opening hours visit https://artgallery.cgg.wa.gov.au/
RSVP for opening night on Friday 18 December by booking a ticket via Eventbrite. RSVP is essential due to COVID-19 requirements.
This project has been assisted by the Australian Government's Visions of Australia program; and we also kindly acknowledge the support of International Arts Services Australia.
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