Australian Design Centre

4 February - 22 March 2023

From political struggles, relationships with family and self-identity to knitted protest banners and dark glittery glory holes – Unravelling Queerly showcases the work of ten LGBTQIA+ artists. The exhibition highlights raw and real struggles, resilience, humour and accomplishments.

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4 February – 22  March 2023

Working at the nexus of art, craft and social media, Phil Ferguson, aka Chili Philly transforms everyday objects into covetable crocheted creations.

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Podcast Series 2: Clay Connections out now!

We all have objects in our lives. Some are functional, some decorative and many hold memories of important places and people. Who makes these things and why? This podcast delves into the stories of creative Australians and the objects they make.

ADC Travelling Exhibitions

Since the 1970s ADC has toured nationally and been at the forefront of providing regional Australia with access to cutting edge work and ideas. Find out about our travelling exhibition program here.

We are a leading centre for contemporary craft and design in Australia. We play a critical role in building a significant design culture for this country by nurturing a nation of innovative makers and thinkers to use design in their lives.

Handmade. Unique. Collectible.

Object Shop supports over 100 leading and emerging Australian designer makers.  Find limited-edition, handmade and collectible jewellery, ceramics, objects and textiles. 

Australian Design Centre's ideas hub

Delve into articles, essays, films and interviews covering a huge range of craft and design on Object Digital.