BRIGHT'S popular Autumn Art Exhibition will be celebrating its 60th Birthday this April and, according to Bright Art Gallery's President Steve McCall, it will be something special.
The first Autumn Art exhibition, in 1962, was held in a local hall and soon became an established and popular event.
Legend has it that queues to enter extended down the street and on some occasions the competition to purchase a particular painting almost resulted in fisticuffs.
It was because of the success of the early shows that an art gallery was established in Bright.
With additions and improvements over the years, the gallery has grown into a modern and comfortable amenity which is used for a variety of cultural and artistic purposes.
The tradition continues.
Many well–known and respected artists from at least four different states support the exhibition by providing works in a variety of styles and subjects.
The artists' names are changing, but the quality remains.
Many people visit, a lot of whom make it their business to return every year.
Why not join them?
Visit Bright to enjoy the beautiful autumn colours and at the same time enjoy one of Australia's oldest and most respected art exhibitions.
Opening night celebrations will be held on Friday April 1 at 7.00 pm.
Join them to hear winners announced and enjoy some quality finger food and a glass of wine.
Cost is $25 per person.
Please RSVP on 0429127444.
Otherwise open daily from 10am to 4pm, adults $5.
