Recent News

Australian Design Centre welcomes the Federal Government’s new National Cultural Policy – Revive.

Join us for a lively daytime market that showcases outstanding local craft and design as part of WorldPride Arts on Sunday 26 February 10am - 3pm.

In 2023, Australian Design Centre continues to support growth in creative practice in craft and design; grow national and international opportunities for artists, particularly First Nations artists; and involve audiences in cultural activities that enrich their lives.

Australia Design Centre Sydney WorldPride program running through February and March 2023 features textile exhibitions Unravelling Queerly and Chili Philly’s Crochet Social 2023 and a stellar line up of makers in Queer Mart: A Darlo Makers Market.

Three Australian Design Centre exhibitions converge at Hazelhurst Arts Centre this summer for a celebration of jewellery, object design and ceramics.

Australian Design Centre is partnering with UNSW Galleries and UNSW School of Art & Design to present 'Barangga' a yarning series that celebrates culture and community in First Nations design and making practices across Australia. The series includes a talk and workshop led by ADC's First Nations Producer Dakota Dixon.

Three winners of the Seed Stitch Contemporary Textile Award were announced during the launch of Sydney Craft Week at Australian Design Centre on Friday 7 October.

This renovation at Australian Design Centre enhances the exhibition and retail experience for visitors.

Sydney WorldPride is a global LGBTQIA+ pride festival coming to Sydney for the very first time during February and March 2023. Australian Design Centre is inviting creatives, artists and designers to apply for two new exciting opportunities to mark the festival.

Australian Design Centre presents the twice-yearly boutique curated Makers Market on Saturday 15 October.

Featuring jewellery, ceramics, textiles, fashion and homewares, established and emerging creatives offers shoppers the best in handmade.