Gayndah

Gayndah Arts

Gayndah, a town located in the North Burnett Region of Queensland, is home to several businesses in the category of creative, performing or visual arts. These businesses offer a range of benefits and activities to the local community and visitors alike.

Visual Arts

• Fossickers Hut Gallery: The Fossickers Hut Gallery is an iconic art gallery in Gayndah that promotes and showcases the works of established and emerging Australian artists. The gallery has a range of artworks, including paintings, sculptures, and photographs, available for sale. Besides artworks, visitors can also purchase gifts, souvenirs, and jewellery. Contact: (07) 4161 3302.
• Miracle Art: Miracle Art is a studio that showcases the works of local artist, Robert Bleakley. Visitors to the studio can observe Robert Bleakley creating his artworks and buy his art. Bespoke pieces of art can also be commissioned by customers. Miracle Art also hosts art classes for all ages and skill levels. Contact: (07) 4161 3751.
• Biggenden Art Gallery: The Biggenden Art Gallery is located just a short drive away from Gayndah and displays a wide range of artworks from various Australian artists. Visitors to the gallery can purchase original paintings, sculptures, and ceramics. The gallery also hosts art workshops and art classes to the public. Contact: (07) 4127 1286.

Performing Arts

• North Burnett Community Theatre: The North Burnett Community Theatre is an amateur theatre group that stages plays and musicals for the local community. The theatre group also provides an opportunity for people interested in theatre and its associated arts to volunteer in various roles like acting, set design and building, and technical operations. Contact: (07) 4161 3898.
• Gayndah Players: The Gayndah Players is another theatre group that performs amateur productions for Gayndah and the surrounding areas. The plays are mainly comedies and musicals, and the group also conducts regular acting workshops for children and adults. Contact: gayndahplayers@gmail.com.
• Gayndah State School Music Department: The Gayndah State School Music Department provides music lessons to students from prep to year seven. The school encourages students to participate in music performances or other extra-curricular activities. Members of the public can also rent the school's music facilities for small events or music recording. Contact: (07) 4161 3388.

Creative Arts

• Ensign Craft Cottage: Ensign Craft Cottage, located in nearby Monto, is an art and craft market that provides a platform for local artisans and makers to display and sell their handmade products. Visitors to the market can buy handmade pieces like patchwork, embroidery, weaving, pottery, sculpture, leatherwork, and woodwork. The market is open on Saturdays from 9 am to 12 pm. Contact: (07) 4167 2044.
• Art and Craft Group: The Art and Craft Group is a community group that meets weekly to share ideas, learn new skills and enjoy networking with like-minded people. The group hosts workshops on various art and craft forms like painting, jewellery making, felting, knitting, and scrapbooking. Contact: (07) 4161 3098.

These businesses' activities and benefits are just a few of the creative experiences that Gayndah, QLD and the surrounding areas have to offer. With its thriving arts community, there's something for everyone in Gayndah.