Rehearsing the City Exhibition

This exhibition reflects on public space as a stage, a place where meaning is constantly performed, contested and redefined.

On display are photographs sourced from the collections of Victoria's State and National Archives, as well as work by contemporary photographers responding to Victoria's urban environment: Ai Tam Do, Adrian Leung, Suzanne Phoenix, Ted Richards, Sande Harsa, Mark Forbes, Melanie Cobham, Michael Currie, Andrew Tan, Hashem McAdam, Chris Bekos and Deb Stembridge.

Both the archival and contemporary images examine how public space is not just shaped by architects and urban planners, but also by protest, improvisation and the rhythms of daily life.

Communities and individuals constantly use the built environment in creative or unexpected ways, reinterpreting or subverting its intended design.

These acts of resistance show that urban environments are not static - they grow and adapt with their inhabitants.

Also open every second and last Saturday of the month.

Exhibition Launch: Thu 21 May, 5pm to 7pm
Come along to the opening night launch, as part of Melbourne Design Week; free.

Date Times
10am - 4.30

Location
Victorian Archives Centre and Gallery
99 Shiel St
North Melbourne 3051

This is a free event
Booking not required



Happens: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Time: 10am - 4.30 - Mon - Fri



 Victorian Archives Centre | Public Record Office Victoria View Venue
 99 Shiel Street North Melbourne Victoria 3051 Map
Advertiser: whatson.melbourne.vic.gov.au

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