Stories from the SAM Collection is a permanent yet ever-changing exhibition featuring a dynamic selection of artworks drawn from SAM's extensive collection. Curated into a series of thematic rooms, each section of the exhibition uniquely explores the history and the make-up of SAM’s collection, from the earliest acquisitions to the expansion of our significant ceramics holdings, and our growing representation of South East Australian Aboriginal artists.  

Familiar and beloved artworks are presented alongside recent landmark acquisitions, inviting visitors along on a journey that not only explores the genesis of our collection, but its continuing evolution to reflect the changing landscape of contemporary Australian art.  

Exhibition opening celebration | 18 October

Join us for an evening of art and connection as we unveil our new season of exhibitions. From the talented homegrown artists of SAM Open to treasures from our 88-year-old collection in Big Ceramic Energy and Stories from the SAM Collection, celebrate the arts with SAM on Friday 18 October. 

Event details:
Date & time: Friday 18 October, 6pm – 8pm
Location: Shepparton Art Museum, 530 Wyndham Street, Shepparton
Cost: Free - registrations encouraged via Humanitix

Top image: John Rowell, Mornington (detail), undated, Shepparton Art Museum Collection, donated by the artist, 1936. © Shepparton Art Museum; event image: Stories from the SAM Collection, installation view, Shepparton Art Museum, 2024. Photo: Shepparton Art Museum © Shepparton Art Museum