About McClelland Sculpture Park
McClelland Sculpture Park and Gallery is a 16-hectare outdoor sculpture park and indoor gallery located in Langwarrin, within the City of Frankston, Victoria. Established in 1971 on bushland donated by Harry and Nan McClelland, it displays more than 100 sculptures by leading Australian artists set among lakes, bushland and landscaped grounds, complemented by pavilion galleries hosting rotating contemporary exhibitions. It is recognised as one of Australia's foremost centres for sculpture.
Visitors guide
Visitors can explore 16 hectares of natural bushland, landscaped gardens and lakes displaying over 100 permanent outdoor sculptures, plus three pavilion galleries with rotating contemporary exhibitions. The site offers walking paths through the sculpture collection, indoor gallery spaces, a café and shop, picnic areas and seasonal programs including guided tours, workshops and events in a tranquil bushland setting southeast of Melbourne.
Key highlights
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16 hectares of bushland, lakes and landscaped grounds with over 100 outdoor sculptures
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Collection featuring works by leading Australian sculptors
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Three indoor gallery pavilions with rotating contemporary exhibitions
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McClelland Award for sculpture and curated public programs
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Café, gallery shop and picnic areas within the park
History of McClelland Sculpture Park
Established in 1971 through the bequest of artist and philanthropists Harry and Nan McClelland, who donated their Langwarrin property, art collection and funds to create a sculpture park and gallery for public enjoyment. Developed on 16 hectares of remnant bushland, it has grown from a small gallery into a major institution for Australian sculpture.
Culture & Context
Houses one of Australia's most significant permanent outdoor sculpture collections with over 100 works by prominent Australian artists, alongside a program of contemporary exhibitions, commissions, the biennial McClelland Award, and education activities. It serves as a key cultural institution for the Frankston City and Mornington Peninsula region.
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