YOUR HIGH STREET – THE ARTFUL INTERSECTION
Saturday 26 August 2023
10.00am – 2.00pm
Save the date for an artistic celebration that will transform High Street, Central Maitland into a haven of creativity. Explore the new improvements made to High Street which will come alive with a plethora of engaging activities. This exciting event is a collaborative effort by Maitland City Council and The Wall Station.
With thanks to the NSW Government’s ‘Your High Street’ Program, High Street has received several upgrades and improvements including a 10m Parklet, two public dining areas, beautiful street trees, renewed pedestrian footpaths and street art. Read more about the project here.
Street Gallery
5.30pm – 10.30pm
High Street
Can’t make it to the whole activation day? No worries! From 25 August to 4 September, some of High Street’s iconic buildings, including Mansfield House, will illuminate their windows, offering a captivating street gallery. Revel in the architectural beauty of the area while enjoying a meal with your provided voucher.
Art Marketplace
10.00am – 2.00pm
Lee Street and High Street
Visit the vibrant Art Marketplace and delight in the works of 10 local artists, each bringing their unique perspective to this dynamic gallery. Featuring the talents of:
Viva Le Fiori by Lavinia Coluccio, Pictures by Kylie, Ashley Joy Art, Amanda O’Bryan, Kate Teal-Spicer, Dan Williams Art, Alanya van de Wiel, Clobellas Creations, Shan Primrose Art, Joey Davis Designs
Artists in Residency
10.00am – 2.00pm
High Street
Embark on an artistic journey as you follow a trail of resident artists positioned alongside High Street businesses. Featuring:
Free $5 Vouchers
10.00am – 2.00pm
Or until allocation exhausted
Event attendees can redeem a free $5 voucher* at participating businesses, making it the perfect opportunity to relish a High Street culinary experience to watch them work, or pop into a local boutique. Participating businesses include:
- Mellow Bistro
- The Rigby
- The Pourhouse
- Muchos Mexican
- Junkyard Gypsies
- Maitland Country Homebrew
- Studio Amsterdam
- Maitland – Mukdah Thai Massage
- Fifi’s Takeaway
- Maitland Motorcycles
- Salon Lisa
*Terms and conditions apply, see voucher for details.
Live Music
10.00am – 2.00pm
Lee Street and High Street
Located on Lee Street and High Street, enjoy live music by local talent to accompany your day out on the town – perfect for grabbing a coffee or a bite to eat and watching artists as they create.
Get Hands On
Session 1: 10.30am – 11.30am
Session 2: 12.30pm – 1.30pm
Lee Street
Unleash your own artistic potential with interactive workshops led by the spirited Newcastle-based artist, Squidless Studio. These free drop in workshops will be first in, best dressed, so be sure to arrive on time to secure your place!
