Sydney's museums are hosting a packed programme of exhibitions as the cultural calendar reaches its peak.
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Sydney's museums are hosting a packed programme of exhibitions as the cultural calendar reaches its peak. The Museum of Contemporary Art Australia has reopened following renovations with a new collection exhibition.
The Museum of Contemporary Art Australia has reopened following renovations with a new collection exhibition that draws on the biennale programme. The Australian Museum has announced a new natural history exhibition, while the Powerhouse Museum is preparing a major technology and design showcase. The combined programme provides visitors with a dense period of artistic and cultural activity across the metropolitan area.
The biennale programme reflects Sydney's growing reputation as a centre for contemporary art and culture. The Barangaroo precinct hosts dedicated outdoor art installations as part of the biennale programme. The NSW Government has allocated funding through Destination NSW to support the festival's community access programme.
The combined cultural programme provides visitors with a dense period of artistic and cultural activity across the metropolitan area. The Destination NSW festival guide provides full programme details and accessibility information.
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Destination NSW provides festival information at Destination NSW. The Museum of Contemporary Art Australia details are at MCA.
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