The Capricorn Coast and Rockhampton are currently in the throes of a quiet renaissance. Rockhampton’s Art Gallery is helping to lead the charge as the custodians of the city’s nationally significant collection.

Another epicentre for the arts is the Capricorn Coast, with the Emu Park Art Gallery, Mill Gallery in Yeppoon and Nob Creek Pottery in Byfield providing platforms for local artists and artisans to showcase their creativity.What are you waiting for? It’s time to explore...

Arts & Culture

2. Pilbeam TheatreNamed after Rockhampton’s former long-serving mayor, RBJ Pilbeam, the Pilbeam Theatre is located on the corner of Victoria Parade and Cambridge Streets, Rockhampton, overlooking the Fitzroy River. It is the region’s premier live events venue featuring drama, dance, music, comedy and more. For more information on current shows or to purchase tickets visit www.seeitlive.com.au.

Victoria Parade, Rockhampton.

6. Nob Creek PotteryNob Creek Pottery is a studio producing fine work in the traditional style, set in the rainforest of Byfield. Visitors can meet the artists, see the workshop and enjoy one of the largest displays of Australian and South East Asian craft work in the country. Fine examples of pottery, hand blown glass, jewellery, woodwork, sculpture, lacquer ware, paintings and other craft. Open Thurs to Mon 10am-4pm. Open every day on Queensland School holidays. 216 Arnolds Road, Byfield. Phone: 07 4935 1161.

7. Emu Park Art GalleryThe Emu Park Art Gallery exhibits quality artwork from local artists including original paintings, pottery, sculpture, photography, mixed media work, fibre art, jewellery, cards and gifts. Open Wed to Sun 10am-4pm. Free Entry. Pattison Street, Emu Park.Phone: 07 4939 6270.

4. The Mill GalleryThe Mill Gallery Yeppoon is a not-for-profit art gallery operated solely by a group of committed volunteer artists from the Capricorn Coast and Rockhampton. The Mill Gallery is a leading art gallery on the Capricorn Coast and a learning centre for local art lovers and visitors. Free Entry. Open Tues to Sun 10am -4pm. 31-35 Normanby Street, Yeppoon. Phone: 07 4939 1311.

5. The Paint Pot GalleryThe Paint Pot Gallery and Gift Shop is a showcase of local artists. From quilting and pottery to painting, art and gifts, the Gallery is a proud community organisation that is sure to have something for every art lover. Free Entry. Mon to Sun 9:30am- 4:30pm. Beaman Park, James Street, Yeppoon.Phone: 07 49 38 3535.

3. Dreamtime Cultural CentreTake a guided Aboriginal Dreamtime tour and learn more about the original occupants of the land, the Darambal Tribe. There is a replica burial site, rock art, gunyahs and traditional ceremonial sites. You will also learn how to throw a boomerang and maybe even get it to come back. Listen to the sounds of live didgeridoo playing as you walk through the 34m display of recreated sandstone caves and browse aboriginal arts and crafts. Open Mon to Fri from 9am-3:30pm. Regular tours from 10:30am. Bruce Highway, Northern Entrance to Rockhampton. Phone: 07 4936 1655.

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This trail is only a selection of what there is to see and do. For more information visit www.capricornholidays.com.au

1. Rockhampton Art GalleryRockhampton Art Gallery was established in 1967 and houses a group of mid-twentieth century paintings and works on paper that is arguably the finest in regional Queensland, and one of the most significant in regional Australia. Free Entry. Open Mon to Fri 9am - 4pm. Victoria Parade, Rockhampton. Phone: 07 4936 8248.

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