Fig Tree Galleries sprouting on former Mill Gallery site
Construction is underway on the new Fig Tree Galleries, on Yeppoon’s former Mill Gallery site.
The $1.1 million redevelopment is funded by $850,000 from the Livingstone Shire Council, and $250,000 through the state government’s Building our Regions program.
Griffin Builders won the contract for the new gallery building, due to be finished in May 2021.
Livingstone Shire Council Mayor Andy Ireland said the new gallery space would build on the Mill Gallery’s existing reputation as a hub for the region’s arts community.
“The gallery has played an important role in nurturing the creativity of countless talented individuals while inspiring future generations of artists through their inclusive workshops and exhibitions.
“This project will also allow us to expand our operations, hosting more local and touring art exhibitions and providing a fresh, contemporary and higher profile arts presence to the community and visitors.”
The gallery is expected to support up to 50 local artists by providing a contemporary display space for exhibitions and the opportunity to commercialise their work.
