Mount Barker sculpture galleries

The Mount Barker region in South Australia offers a variety of sculpture galleries and arts experiences for visitors. Notable attractions include the UKARIA Cultural Centre near Mount Barker, known for showcasing top national and international musicians in a rural setting. The Hills Sculpture Trail features 26 contemporary stone sculptures created by sculptors who visited the region in 2014 and 2016. Crystal Lake Sculpture Park in Macclesfield is a year-round picnic spot hosting a biennial 9-day sculpture symposium led by master sculptor Silvio Apponyi. The Heysen Sculpture Biennial, held every two years at The Cedars, showcases sculptures in the township of Hahndorf.

Additionally, the Community Mosaic Couch Trail project brought together locals in communities affected by the 2015 bushfires to create symbolic works in Houghton, Kersbrook, Gumeracha, Cudlee Creek, and Paracombe. The Mount Lofty Botanic Garden in Crafers features commissioned sculptures and artwork throughout the garden. The Hahndorf Academy, located in the historic town of Hahndorf, serves as a regional center for the arts and heritage, incorporating galleries, a migration museum, artists' studios, art classes, and a retail gallery. These attractions offer a diverse range of sculpture and arts experiences for visitors to enjoy in the Mount Barker region.

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