Happy Lunar New Year from MAPh!
As the Year of the Snake approaches, MAPh invites you to celebrate the Lunar New Year with us! Tap into the elegance and renewal that this festive season brings. Our exhibitions this month are perfectly suited for this time of reflection and celebration. Highlights include:
- Snakes and Mirrors by Petrina Hicks
- Mångata by Amos Gebhardt
- 500 Strong by Ponch Hawkes
Amos Gebhardt’s stunning lunar studies are particularly poignant, making them a must-see for your Lunar New Year visit.
🗓️ Please note: MAPh will be closed on Monday, 27 January, as per our regular schedule.
👉 Explore our exhibitions here: Learn More
Celebrating the Year of the Snake at MAPh
This Lunar New Year, we’re calling on you to get involved! Send us your photographs capturing the spirit of the season. Whether it’s cherished cultural traditions, festive foods, or the mood of celebration in your community, we want to see it all. These images will celebrate the rich heritage and diversity of Monash’s residents.
Selected photographs will be featured in MAPh’s Ramp Gallery exhibition, curated by Yusheng Liu, running from 29 January to 3 March 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and share your story through photography.
👉 Learn more about submitting your work: Submit Your Images
Join a Monash Council Advisory Committee
The Monash Council is seeking expressions of interest for its advisory committees. This is your chance to contribute to shaping the community’s future. Current committees include:
- Disability Advisory Committee
- Gender Equity Advisory Committee
- Environmental Advisory Committee
- LGBTIQA+ Advisory Committee
- Multicultural Advisory Committee
These committees provide vital insights and feedback, helping the Council improve outcomes for Monash’s diverse communities and the environment.
📅 Applications close at 11:59 pm, 9 February 2025.
👉 Find out how to apply here: Learn More
Image Credits
- Logo: Museum of Australian Photography (MAPh)
- Community Gathering: Residents celebrate Lunar New Year with a focus on inclusivity and cultural exchange.
- Dumpling Making: A festive tradition, beautifully captured in a close-up of hands preparing dumplings.
- Courtesy of Yusheng Liu.