Cultural Attractions of Australia (CAOA) has announced the addition of two new experiences to its portfolio, offered by two of its members. The Art Gallery of New South Wales has introduced “Become the Artist,” which includes a drawing class in the gallery’s Grand Courts; and the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) now offers a private walk-through of the Australian Sports Museum with a knowledgeable museum team member on its “Keepers’ Collection Tour.”
“Become the Artist” is a three-and-a-half-hour experience, where guests enjoy a private tour of the Gallery, learning about the art, architecture, people and history. This is followed by a three-course lunch featuring Australian ingredients, and paired wines in the Gallery restaurant. Post-lunch it’s time for a drawing class in the Grand Courts, surrounded by artworks and facilitated by the artist community. Note: This experience can be enhanced with an optional guided tour led by drag queen and cultural connoisseur, Verushka Darling, providing an unexpected perspective on select artworks.
Additionally, sports fans can unlock the secrets of the Australian Sports Museum collections at the MCG with an exclusive behind-the-scenes guided walk during the “Keepers’ Collection Tour.” This experience is an intimate encounter with over 25,000 sporting treasures dating back to the 1800s, including trophies, uniforms, artwork and sporting equipment. The 45-minute tour also includes a variety of premium all-access tours available at the MCG, alongside the Australian Sports Museum.
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