Sake + Sculpt
When: Saturday 20 June 2026, 3pm–6pm.
Where: MRAC
What: Join us for a sake tasting with Atsuko Radcliffe, the Japanese winemaker behind Small Forest Wines in Denman. Enjoy a curated selection of sake paired with delicious bites while learning about the traditions and craft behind this celebrated beverage. The tasting will be followed by a ceramic hand-building workshop with exhibiting artist Simon Reece. Using locally sourced Muswellbrook clay, participants will create their own sake cups inspired by the materials, forms and processes explored in Reece’s exhibition Muscle.
Bookings: $20 per person
Simon Reece, Sake Cups, locally sourced Muswellbrook clay harvested from Muswellbrook Coal Company.
Muswellbrook Art Hunt
When: Anytime
Where: Muswellbrook CBD
What: An interactive, self-guided walking tour and treasure hunt. Use your smartphone to follow the clues and answer the questions relating to ten public artworks around Bridge Street, Muswellbrook. Whether you’re a visitor or a local, get out and about exploring Muswellbrook CDB and discover art, culture and history. Visit muswellbrookarthunt.com.au.
Credit: Made possible with the support of the NSW Government and the Festival of Place – Summer Fund.
Art Detectives
When: Anytime during gallery opening hours
Where: MRAC
What: Calling all Art Detectives! Report to the gallery team for your art detective assignment. Young art sleuths will be awarded their official Art Detective badge on competition of a fun, treasure hunt style activity designed to tune their skills of observation. Suitable for ages 4-10.
Open House Tours
When: 11:30am each Saturday
Where: MRAC
What: Join the gallery team for a free guided tour of the current exhibitions, permanent collections and ‘back of house’ experience. To join a tour, visit the reception desk on arrival.
