Drop into Arts OutWest’s gallery at Hartley Historic Site for a range of handmade crafts, jewellery, books, gifts and more.
The Kew-Y-Ahn Aboriginal Gallery exhibits and sells work of Aboriginal artists of Central West NSW.
Work by Aboriginal painters, weavers, designers, jewellers and photographers from across the NSW Central West is represented in rotating exhibitions in the gallery space.
When: The gallery is open 10am to 4pm Tuesday to Sunday (closed for lunch 1-1.30pm). Closed Mondays, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Location: NPWS Hartley Visitor Centre, 51 Old Great Western Highway (just off the Great Western Highway) Hartley (10 minutes east of Lithgow).
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A partnership between Arts OutWest and NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service.
Need gift ideas for that person in your life who’s hard to buy for? The Kew-Y-Ahn Gallery has you covered with a wide selection of unique pieces crafted by local Aboriginal artists. Come explore the array of statement jewellery, colourful woven baskets, keyrings, books, zines and more – there’s sure to be something for everyone.
Woven Baskets, Warranha Ngumbaay $60-$70
Brooch, Jess Leffley $38
Necklace, Jess Leffley $38
Peg Dolly, Warranha Ngumbaay $5
Gumnut Earrings, Kayleigh Rushworth $25
Necklace, Warranha Ngumbaay $35
Want to stand out this party season? These eye-catching earrings by local Wiradjuri artisan Warranha Ngumbaay are made from emu feathers, woven raffia and seeds – each pair is carefully hand-made and compliments are guaranteed.
Assorted earrings, Warranha Ngumbaay $25-$35
Brighten up your walls with an art print by local Wiradjuri artist Jess Leffley featuring all your favourite Australian birds – including the mighty king parrot and everyone’s favourite black cockatoo.
Art Prints, Jess Leffley $40
Gift tags and gift cards galore! Visit the Kew-Y-Ahn Gallery at Hartley Historic Village to pick up some essentials this gifting season.
Gift Tags, Jess Leffley $14
Gift Tags, Mudgee LALC $10
Gift Cards, Mudgee LALC $7
Gift Cards, Jess Leffley $7.50
Gift Cards, Miree $7
Why not gift something entirely unique this Christmas. Come browse the beautifully made woodwork pieces by Gamilaroi craftsman Michael Edwards. Made from an assortment of different woods, including a distinctive pair of driftwood clapsticks, these one-of-a-kind creations.
Boomerangs, Michael Edwards $50-$80
Clap Sticks, Michael Edwards $80-$120
Art lovers will be wowed by a calendar featuring paintings by Meleisa Cox, and kids can get crafty with one of Jess Leffley’s paint-a-pendant animal art kits. Bev Coe’s woven baskets are both functional and beautiful, and Tirikee’s painted ornaments are just what your Christmas tree is missing.
Calendar, Mel Cox $30
Hand Painted Ornament, Tirikee $10
Woven Basket, Bev Coe $110-$150
Art Kit, Jess Leffley $25