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An Taigh / The House: Held

An exhibition at Timaru's Aigantighe Art Gallery celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Friends of the Aigantighe. The event explores the gallery's Scottish Gaelic heritage and South Canterbury art history.

Date
Aug 15 - Oct 11, 2026
Location
Timaru
Status
Ongoing
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An Taigh / The House: Held

Event summary

Highlights

  • Commemorates the 50th anniversary (Golden Jubilee) of the Friends of the Aigantighe
  • Features art history from the South Canterbury region and the gallery's permanent collection
  • Examines the Scottish Gaelic origins of the Aigantighe name
An Taigh / The House: Held is a special exhibition at the Aigantighe Art Gallery marking the Golden Jubilee of the Friends of the Aigantighe. Since its founding in August 1976, this group has championed the gallery through advocacy, fundraising, and volunteering. The exhibition title references the Scottish Gaelic roots of the gallery's name, translating to "at home," reflecting its role as a cultural anchor for the region.

The display explores the broader story of art in South Canterbury, linking the institution to early Scottish settlement and local groups like the Beverley Road Studio Artists. It highlights the collective impact of donors and volunteers who have sustained the gallery and its public art collection over five decades.

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Aigantighe Art Gallery
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