Oliewenhuis Art Museum invites South African visual artists to submit a solo exhibition proposal for consideration for placement on the Museum’s exhibition calendar.
Artists who meet the criteria for a solo exhibition will be shortlisted for placement on the exhibition calendar within the next four years, at one of the suitable gallery venues at Oliewenhuis Art Museum. Artists are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the various gallery options available. Outdoor exhibitions can also be accommodated within reason.
Women in Heritage programme to be hosted in KwaZulu-Natal Province
The National Heritage Council of South Africa (NHC), in collaboration with the Provincial Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, will host the Women in Heritage celebration programme on Tuesday, 24 February 2026, in KwaZulu-Natal, under the theme: “Honouring her legacy, Women Shaping Our Heritage Future”.
Time: 10:00 AM
Venue: The Station Drive, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue, Stamford Hill, Durban 4001, KwaZulu-Natal
Invitation to serve on the National Arts Council Audit and Risk Committee
Main purpose: To provide oversight on behalf of the Council of the National Arts Council (NAC) on the effectiveness of the control environment, compliance with legal and regulatory procedures, financial reporting, risk management procedures, internal and external audit functions, and other matters as outlined in the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations.
Description
- The National Arts Council of South Africa (NAC) is a Schedule 3A public entity in terms of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), 1 of 1999. The NAC is governed by the National Arts Council Act, 56 of 1997 as amended by the Cultural Laws Amendment Act, 36 of 2001 and is responsible for development of the arts sector in South Africa.
- The NAC is seeking to appoint 2 (two) suitable qualified and experienced persons to serve as members of the Audit and Risk Committee (ARC).
- The Committee is governed by an approved ARC Charter and meets at least 4 times per annum.
The National Arts Council of South Africa (NAC) is pleased to announce the NAC Annual Project Funding Call for applications for the 2026-2027 Financial Year. We hereby invite individual arts practitioners and registered arts organisations and community art centres to apply for funding.
Only one application, will be supported whether submitted by an individual or an organisation/company, be it a natural person or a juristic person.
The invitation is open to active art practitioners in the disciplines of craft, dance, literature, music, theatre and musical theatre, visual arts and multidiscipline to submit their applications for project funding. Applications presenting content in South African indigenous art forms as well as capacity building initiatives in intellectual property are encouraged to apply.
Oliewenhuis Art Museum Announces Valentine’s Couples Competition 2026
Win a romantic night under the stars at the Canvas and Cupid Event
Bloemfontein, South Africa – Oliewenhuis Art Museum is delighted to announce the launch of its
Valentine’s Couples Competition 2026, offering three lucky couples the opportunity to experience an
unforgettable evening of art, romance and picnicking on Friday, 13 February 2026.
This exclusive competition invites couples to share a heartfelt and inspiring reason why they deserve a
magical Valentine’s celebration. The three winning couples will receive tickets to the highly anticipated
Canvas and Cupid event, a one-of-a-kind experience that combines art, a romantic picnic under the stars,
and an evening of dancing in a magical outdoor setting. Winning couples will also enjoy a fully stocked
picnic basket valued at over R1 000.
