Marking the Movement – An Archival Journey exhibition

A 20th Anniversary commemorative exhibition celebrating the power of community turning vision into action.

In 2004 the Abbotsford Convent Coalition fought to save the Convent from commercial redevelopment and won. This mighty movement was marked by the Foundation being handed the keys to the Convent by the Victorian Government, providing the community with a special place to celebrate arts, culture and learning. 

For those interested in discovering more about the Convent Coalition’s efforts, the 20 years of vibrant activity that followed and a view to the future, visit the free commemorative exhibition: an archival journey commissioned by Abbotsford Convent and curated by Catlin Langford.

Open to public from 27 April until 25 May, the exhibition is a grateful acknowledgement of those members of our Coalition and other key players who worked – and continue to work – tirelessly to ensure the future of the Convent. The exhibition serves as an uplifting reminder of how far we have come in the past 20 years, the momentum we have gained and a glimpse into what tomorrow holds for our beloved Convent. 

Join us in conversation with the curator of this wonderful exhibition, Catlin Langford Saturday 18 May, 1pm – 2pm en The Store.

Don’t forget to leave your mark!  

Celebrate with us. Follow the Convent’s story.