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Event Updated: Wed, 06 Dec 2023

Indigenous Art Market 2023

General Updated: Thu, 27 Jul 2023

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News Updated: Wed, 31 May 2023

Ngirramanujuwal: The Art and Colour of Jimmy Pike

The Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies (AIATSIS) proudly presents Ngirramanujuwal: The Art and Country of Jimmy Pike at Government House, Perth (30 May – 2 June 2023).

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News Updated: Fri, 19 May 2023

Blak Excellence: Aboriginal and Islander Sports Hall of Fame display held in Maraga from April – June 2023.

The Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies is proud to announce the installation of a new public exhibition celebrating Aboriginal and Islander excellence in sport.

Blog Updated: Tue, 20 Sep 2022

A response to ‘Aboriginalia' and the politics of Aboriginal kitsch

In 2016, AIATSIS acquired Kerry Reed-Gilbert's extensive collection of decorative domestic items that depict Aboriginal people or use Aboriginal motifs.

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Blog Updated: Tue, 20 Sep 2022

Reading Room Display: The Kerry Reed-Gilbert collection

Kerry Reed-Gilbert is a Wiradjuri elder, poet, writer, activist, artist and photographer living in Canberra.

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Blog Updated: Tue, 16 Aug 2022

A Rare Pine Needle and Raffia Mat by Marilyne Nicholls

In 2016, AIATSIS acquired a tiny woven object only 16cm in diameter for our Art and Object Collection. Its small size belies the complex story behind its creation.

Explore article Updated: Mon, 08 Aug 2022

Art and authenticity

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art is an expression of people’s identity, culture, spirituality and relationships to Country.

News Updated: Mon, 13 Dec 2021

2021 AIATSIS Indigenous Art Market wraps up with record sales