The Gold Award 2026

Next date: Saturday, 04 July 2026 | 09:00 AM to Sunday, 06 September 2026 | 04:00 PM

The Gold Award 2026

4 JULY 2026 - 6 SEPTEMBER 2026

Gallery 2.2, Rockhampton Museum of Art
220 Quay Street, Rockhampton QLD 4700

Exhibition Overview

Rockhampton Museum of Art is proud to present its much-anticipated acquisitive painting prize in 2026. This invitational award showcases the finest in contemporary Australian painting practice, with the most outstanding work to be acquired into Rockhampton Museum of Art’s nationally significant collection, judged by renowned artist Jenny Watson.

Artists featured

Lydia Balbal, Betty Chimney, Walyilkpa Maymuru, Karla Marchesi, David Paulson, Lorna Quinn, Telly Tu’u and Tricky Walsh

Exhibition Launch

Celebrate the official opening and Winner Announcement of The Gold Award 2026 Friday, 10 July, 2026, 6:00PM to 8:00PM. 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. Experience the first viewing of this exhibition while enjoying a decadent light canape menu and champagne on arrival with beverages available for purchase.

Essential Information

Exhibition entry is free. Opening night tickets are $65.00 for RMOA Members, $75.00 for non-members, with online bookings essential.

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Rockhampton Museum of Art, 220 Quay Street, Rockhampton QLD, 4700, View Map