Dear Agnes contemporary public art program

Dear Agnes contemporary public art program is a celebration of art, environment, and heritage at the historic Truganina Explosives Reserve in Altona.

Twelve artists and collectives are creating works that respond to local coastal environments and pay homage to the land artwork ‘A Forest for Australia’ by pioneering artist Agnes Denes.

People will have the opportunity to experience the range of works – including sculptural and sound pieces, dance performances and more – and participate in a public program of free workshops, walks and talks throughout March in 2026.

13 to 29 March
Fridays – 10am to 3pm
Saturdays – 11am to 5pm
Sundays – 11am to 3pm

Truganina Explosives Reserve, 276 Queen Street, Altona
Altona Treatment Plant (tours of ‘A Forest for Australia’ only)

eatured artists:
Nahbananas
Lee Ramseyer Bache and Ex Ponto
Debris Facility Pty Ltd
Rachel Hanlon
Alexandra Harrison
Kate Hunter and Jem Savage
Angelique Joy
Dylan Martorell
Joanne Mott
Hot Mulch (Kate Hill and Isadora Vaughan)
Jonathan Sinatra
Emma Lyn Winkler

Explore the full program on the Hobsons Bay City Council website: hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au/dearagnes