SAM is hosting the Archibald Prize 2026 next month.
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Megan Fisher
Shepparton will be the only Victorian stop for the prestigious Archibald Prize when the exhibition arrives at Shepparton Art Museum on September 5.
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The exhibition will feature 59 finalist works, including the winning portrait by Melbourne-based artist Richard Lewer.
Running until November 1, the Archibald Prize will give Victorian audiences their first opportunity to experience the historic portrait prize outside its Sydney home.
SAM artistic director Danny Lacy said the museum was thrilled to welcome the faces and stories of Australian culture to Shepparton as the exhibition’s first stop on its regional tour.
“The Archibald Prize is one of Australia’s most loved and anticipated exhibitions,” Mr Lacy said.
SAM Head artistic director Danny Lacy is excited to welcome the well-known award.
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Rechelle Zammit
“We are honoured to play host to this year’s 59 finalist artworks as their sole Victorian venue on the exhibition’s regional tour, which arrives just as our region blooms into spring.
“There’s something happening in Shepparton this season for everyone.”
The exhibition is expected to attract thousands of visitors to the Goulburn Valley.
The Archibald Prize will be accompanied by various events, from talks and tours to workshops and activities.
SAM will be open seven days a week from 10am to 4pm, extended to 6pm on selected dates.
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