About Shepparton Art Museum
Shepparton Art Museum (SAM) is a major regional art museum located on the shore of Victoria Park Lake in Shepparton, Victoria. Housed in a distinctive five-storey building opened in 2021, it is renowned for one of Australia's most significant collections of Australian ceramics, alongside contemporary art and Aboriginal art, particularly works by Yorta Yorta artists. The museum serves as a cultural centre for the Greater Shepparton region and presents changing exhibitions, public programs and community events.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a contemporary five-storey museum building with elevated galleries overlooking Victoria Park Lake. Inside are curated exhibitions of Australian ceramics, contemporary art and Aboriginal art including works from Kaiela Arts, plus temporary touring exhibitions. The visit includes gallery spaces across multiple levels, a museum shop, cafe with lake views, outdoor terraces and landscaped surrounds. Guided tours, workshops and public programs are regularly available.
Key highlights
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One of Australia's most significant holdings of Australian ceramics
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Contemporary Aboriginal art collection with strong Yorta Yorta representation and Kaiela Arts studio
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Award-winning contemporary architecture by Denton Corker Marshall opened in 2021
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Panoramic views over Victoria Park Lake from galleries and terraces