THE Bank Art Museum Moree (BAMM), Moree Plains’ home of one of the largest collections of Aboriginal art in regional NSW, has reopened offering an enhanced visitor experience after renovations.
Renovations include updates to the exhibition spaces, improved external lighting, and enhanced accessibility features, making it easier for visitors to experience the art.
Moree Plains Shire Council general manager, Kelvin Tytherleigh, shared his enthusiasm for the new improved space.
“Having an accessible walkway and landing to the front entrance of BAMM is something we are proud of as accessibility in the Moree CBD is something we are working hard on improving,” Mr Tytherleigh said.
“We want to reduce the barriers to accessibility for better inclusion for people.”
One of the new features of the building includes the modification and repurposing of the timber entrance doors, which are now automated.
The previously carpeted exhibition spaces have also received a modern facelift, with the aging floor coverings replaced with vinyl planks.
With a complete replacement of the heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning system (HVAC) the new climate-control system will provide greater temperature and humidity control of the exhibition areas and critical artwork storerooms.
Council thanked interim director, Bruce Tindale, for his dedication to BAMM and for providing a unique experience for visitors to still explore exhibitions at the pop-up gallery in the Chandelier Ballroom of the Max Centre while works were undertaken.
Council also acknowledges the contributions of the BAMM board and staff for their collaboration and support throughout the design and delivery process.
With the appointment of a new BAMM Director, Rosie Dennis, art enthusiasts will be able to continue to admire exhibitions, educational programs and community events held at BAMM.
The improvements to BAMM have been made possible through funding by the Australian Government through the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure program ($860,000) and co-contribution by Moree Plains Shire Council ($392,259).
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