Event location
Export Atrium & Westland Coffee & Wine
Event date
9th - 31st October 2025
Price
Free
Republic and Museum X present: What does a collector collect? – an exhibition & launch party
Export Atrium
Please join us to celebrate the opening of the exhibition ‘What does a collector collect?’ curated by Museum X and private collector Julie Elizabeth. This joyful evening launches our Black History Month residency with art, conversation, photography, food, and music.
What to expect:
- Live salon: power, memory & ownership
A panel discussion on collecting, culture and identity, featuring collector Julie Elizabeth and exhibiting artists Natasha Muluswela, Gloria Bourne, and Love Hannington. Moderated by Sandra Shakespeare from Museum X. - Community portraits
Photographer Brian Whar will be capturing pride and presence through live portrait sessions. - Cultural catering
Delicious food by Oksana from Xenia’s, served alongside drinks, music, and space to connect.
Exhibition dates & locations
‘What does a collector collect?’ is free and open to all at the following locations:
Export Atrium at Republic
- Thursday 9th & Friday 10th October
- 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Westland Coffee & Wine at Republic
- Thursday 9th – Friday 31st October
- 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
By attending this event, you grant permission for photographs and videos to be taken and used for promotional purposes.
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