The Armidale & Region Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place (ACCKP) is a premier cultural institution dedicated to preserving, promoting, and celebrating the rich heritage and living cultures of the Aboriginal nations of the New England Tablelands region.
We are the Aboriginal Peoples of Armidale and the New England area. We proudly acknowledge and represent the Anaiwan, Kamilaroi, Dainggatti, Ngarabal, Banbai, Gumbainggier, and Bigambul nations.
Current Exhibitions
Three Nations
Artists: Various artists
Visit Us
96-104 Kentucky Street Armidale 2350
Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm
Saturday 10am to 2pm
(02) 6771 3606
Yaka Ayina
Artists: Dave Widders and Narmi Collins Widders
Upcoming events
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Aniwan Language Group
Tuesdays
5pm - 6pmCome along and learn Aniwan Language with Callum.
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Kids Club
We’re organising a 10-week kids art program where children and youth ages 4-17 can come along and learn a new art medium.
RSVP now!
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Armajun Elders Group
Armajun hold Elders group meetings and art sessions at ACCKP monthly!
Get in contact to find out more.
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This 1-hour guided tour features an in depth look at the artworks displayed in the galleries and the meanings behind the collections.
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Be guided through our grounds and get a taste of the local bush tucker. This 30 minute tour is a deadly way to learn about how Aboriginal peoples gathered prepared and cooked foods.
Tours only available through Spring and Summer seasons.
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Be guided through one of fourteen significant Aboriginal sites on this half day tour. Tours only available for groups of 5-10 people.
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Learn about the largest collection of Aboriginal artefacts in New South Wales! This tour comes in three durations including 30-minutes, 1-hour and half day tour.
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We cater our school workshops to all ages from pre-school to university. All workshops include a centre tour featuring our two gallery spaces, and a bush tucker walk. Other activities can be catered to your group needs.
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We offer arts specific workshops covering a number of disciplines including weaving, jewellery making, painting or sketching. Tool and utensils will be provided.
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Our cultural education workshops are an in depth session on Aboriginal histories, peoples and the importance of up holding cultural values and knowledge today.
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We offer corporate specific workshops that can be tailored to your business needs.
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Our cultural education services cover an in-depth educational program focusing on Aboriginal histories, peoples and the importance of upholding cultural values and knowledge today.
Our 10-Week Education program is facilitated by ACCKP Director Rose Lovelock and is a and very personal account that enables understanding and education. The program will also include Elders and Aboriginal community perspectives and interactions as well as creative and visual performances. -
Our cultural education workshops are an in depth session on Aboriginal histories, peoples and the importance of up holding cultural values and knowledge today.
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These workshops can be specifically designed to meet all corporate needs. Drawing on timeless experience and knowledge that has been passed down we are able to provide a fresh and insightful perspective that cover all aspects of culture and identity.
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We consider ourselves lucky to have ongoing support from our community and the Elders in particular. This has been reflected in the programs we are able to offer for the Elders.
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Programs designed by women for women and the issues they currently face have been created to engage and support all stages of growth from Childhood to Adulthood and finally Elder status. We pride ourselves in engaging the community through education and cultural support.
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Programs that have been created for men have been developed to be safe, supportive and meet Cultural, Social and Educational needs. We continue to work closely with Juvenile justice and Corrections as well as community employment to ensure that we can provide balanced and thorough programs that outline self-respect and growth.
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Working closely with local NDIS organisations and Aboriginal medical services we can provide Culturally relevant and wholistic solutions for engaging and supporting the disabled community. We are also able to help network, connect and Advocate in achieving positive outcomes for members of the Aboriginal Community.
Event Space Hire
Want to host an event at the Armidale and Region Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place? Get in touch today!
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The Conference Room can be booked for a minimum of three hours.
The room can comfortably seat 20 people. Kitchen amenities are also available.
Please contact us to book.
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Our Gallery Space can be booked for a minimum of three hours or full day.
The room can comfortably hold 50 people. Kitchen amenities are also available.
Please contact us to book.
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The Outdoor pavilion can be booked for a minimum of three hours.
The space can comfortably hold 70 people. Kitchen amenities are also available.
Please contact us to book.
Family History
Armidale Aboriginal Cultural Centre and Keeping Place currently has over 200 electronic files with information, photographs, newspaper articles, and more that may assist those interested in researching their family history. With help from our resident historian, we are capable in aiding with family finding both locally and nationally. This includes the use of digital records and paper files, but also an extensive library of interviews with Elders and Community members that provide a wealth of knowledge.
Make a donation.
As a not-for-profit organisation, the Armidale & Region Aboriginal Cultural Centre & Keeping Place relies on donations to maintain our galleries, education programs, and community events that share the rich heritage of the Anaiwan, Kamilaroi, Dainggatti, Ngarabal, Banbai, Gumbainggier, and Bigambul peoples.
Your generous contribution allows us to continue to protect and share cultural knowledge, and create meaningful opportunities for cross-cultural learning and understanding.
