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Make Award

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Wednesdays and Fridays, 11am to 5pm Friday 10 October to Wednesday 19 November

The MAKE Award: Biennial Prize for Innovation in Australian Craft and Design is an Australian Design Centre initiative and the richest non-acquisitive prize for craft and design in Australia. 36 finalists have been selected this year with innovative works in ceramic, textiles, furniture, lighting, glass, jewellery and object. Attend a floor talk with the artists and curator or an exhibition tour to learn more.

Exhibition Friday 10 October – Wednesday 19 November, Tuesday – Friday, 11am – 5pm, Saturday 11am – 4pm; Talk Saturday 11 October, 11.30am – 12.30pm;

Exhibition Tours Thursdays 12.30pm – 1pm, see the website for booking and event details.

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Image top: MAKE AWARD 2025, Various Artists, Image: Collated by ADC

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