Massacre exhibition challenges history | Noosa Today

An exhibition exploring the history and site of the 1838 Myall Creek massacre through the work of some of Australia’s leading Indigenous artists is expected to challenge visitors to take a new look at history.

The touring exhibition Myall Creek and beyond from the New England Regional Art Museum (NERAM) will open at the USC Art Gallery at Sippy Downs on Monday 1 February.

The exhibition was two years in development at NERAM and features work by artists Robert Andrew, Fiona Foley, Julie Gough, Colin Isaacs, Jolea Isaacs, David and Tim Leha with Quarralia Knox, Laurie Nilsen, Judy Watson and Warraba Weatherall.

It also includes the Myall Creek Gathering Cloak made by members of the local community working with Carol…