Open Late With House of Gold
Evening of art and music at Cairns Art Gallery.
Join Con Gerakaris, co-curator of Christian Thompson: House of Gold to delve deeper into Thompson’s fantastical and thought-provoking creative practice.
In conversation with Angela Goddard, Cairns Art Gallery Director and Nathan Lee Long, President of Cairns & District Chinese Association, Con Gerakaris will discuss this remarkable exploration of intersectional identity, which sees Thompson exploring and honouring his Bidjara and Cantonese heritage through photographic and multi-media works.
Indulge in a drink and complimentary nibbles with friends on the balcony, enjoy live music, browse the Gallery shop or join the free guided tour.
Program:
- 5pm — Bar opens
- 5pm — Live Music
- 6pm — Con Gerakaris, Dr Christian Thompson AO: House of Gold in conversation
- 7pm — Guided tour of current exhibitions
- 8pm — Gallery closes
RSVP essential as places are limited.
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Last Updated: 21 May 2026
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