2Z20 Discovering the Impressionists Exhibition

Tutor/Facilitator Rosemary Taylor & George Wilson

When
Date: on/from Tue 8 Sep 2026 to Tue 8 Sep 2026
Frequency: Single event
Class time: 9:00-2:00

Delivered F2F

Where
Geelong Art Gallery

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Discovering the Impressionists is Geelong Art Gallery’s major exhibition for 2026, offering a fresh perspective on one of the most widely recognized movements in art history. Bringing together 70 paintings drawn mostly from private collections rarely seen in Australia, the exhibition presents a considered exploration of Impressionism beyond its familiar narratives, foregrounding both the artists and the circumstances that shaped the movement.

REQUIREMENTS: Participants are responsible for purchasing their own tickets. Bookings are made through the Geelong Art Gallery website, choosing the Impressionist exhibition booking option for 11.00 am entry on Tuesday 8 September. Cost of the exhibition entry is $25 for seniors.

Click on “Tickets” here to book.

NOTE: Meet at Southern Cross station,  Geelong-line platform, at 9.00 am then catch the 9.10 am train, arriving at Geelong station at 10.11am The Geelong gallery is just a 5-minute walk through Johnstone Park. Then time for a break/coffee before meeting at the exhibition entrance at 10.50 for entry at 11.00 am. Allow at least an hour for viewing. Lunch is available from a number of cafes nearby including Public Café next door to the gallery where we shall be at 12.30 for those who want to sit as a group. Trains depart for Melbourne from 12.55 then every 20 mins after that.

FACILITATORS: Rosemary and George are long-standing art gallery and museum exhibition visitors, keen to share their interest with others.

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