Culture on the Peninsula
Living Culture Ltd
Living Culture Ltd is a non-profit organisation based on the Mornington Peninsula, Victoria. Providing Indigenous Educational programs and healing meditation sessions, including guided walks and talks, sharing knowledge of traditional bush tucker and medicinal plants. They also facilitate Yidaki led meditation and sound healing, cultural workshops and traditional art making.
Guided walks and meditation healing sessions take place in a variety of stunning locations, both coastal and bush settings of indigenous significance and abundance of native fauna and flora.
"Our mission is to educate people about the importance of keeping Aboriginal culture alive. Indigenous knowledge is a living link to the past, present and future"
Living Culture are guided by three principles of Empowerment, Education and hands-on Engagement.
Website: www.livingculture.com.au
Facebook: www.facebook.com/livingcultureltd
Baluk Arts
Baluk Arts is a 100% Aboriginal owned not-for-profit Arts Centre situated in Mornington. One of only two arts centres of its kind in Victoria, Baluk Arts represents Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists who live in the South East region of Victoria including Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula.
Highly original and innovative, the work produced by Baluk artists is sourced from the unique perspectives of Aboriginal Peoples with diverse origins, histories and experiences. The iconography and use of locally sourced materials such as ochres, native plants and animals allows the artists to explore their own art styles within the context of the Mornington Peninsula.
The Baluk artists have earned international recognition for their skill, authenticity and integrity. You are bound to connect with a story within the many handmade artworks and products in a range which includes works on paper, paintings, prints, jewellery, small sculpture, ceramics and carvings.
All income made by Baluk Arts go directly to our Aboriginal artists and providing services and opportunities for them through workshops, exhibitions, promotions and employment. Learn about and experience the diversity of contemporary Aboriginal stories by visiting the gallery, and support Baluk Arts through purchasing a unique, handmade piece or through tax deductible donation.
Contact
5 Davies Ave, Mount Eliza VIC 3930
info@balukarts.org.au | 0497004179 | Website | Facebook | Instagram