Next date: Friday, 10 July 2026 | 06:00 PM to 08:00 PM
Join us to celebrate the official opening and Winner Announcement of The Gold Award 2026.
This invitational, acquisitive award brings together some of the most exciting artists in contemporary Australian painting practice with the most outstanding work to be acquired in Rockhampton Museum of Art’s nationally significant collection, judged by renowned artist Jenny Watson.
Featuring works by artists Lydia Balbal, Betty Chimney, Walyilkpa Maymuru, Karla Marchesi, David Paulson, Lorna Quinn, Telly Tu’u and Tricky Walsh.
Gold Donors generously support Rockhampton Museum of Art and enable the RMOA Collection to continue to grow through the acquisition fund for The Gold Award. Funded solely through the generosity of individual benefactors and the spirit of giving, the important contribution of the Gold Donors provides the opportunity for RMOA to acquire works from The Gold Award in addition to the winning artwork.
TICKETED | $65.00 RMOA Member or $75.00, online bookings essential.
Ticket includes entry, a decadent canapé menu and champagne on arrival with beverages available for purchase.
Please note, due to the nature of the event, dietary requirements can not be catered for (some gluten free options are available).
$65 RMOA Member or $75 | Prior bookings required