A dynamic group exhibition has opened in Cygnet stretching across the Winter months featuring artists of the Huon Valley.

Balfour House presents - The Winter Collection. An exhibition of over 40 works showcasing a diverse range of mediums and forms - from the whimsical world of pastels by Kate Smith to the intricate craftsmanship in the bespoke musical instruments by Lachlan Maclennan.

Come and enjoy the beautiful township of Cygnet in the Huon Valley, relax in one of the many fabulous eateries, stroll the main street to discover Cygnet's boutique shops and be inspired as you visit the Artisans in their working studios at The Artisan's Hand Studios of Balfour House.

The Winter Collection - proudly presenting works by Aaron Gray, Deborah Wace, Emma Coombes, Jillian O'Brien, Kate Smith, Lachlan Maclennan, Libby Dyer, Mel Stranger, Nicole Hutchins, Sarah Bird and Stewart Woods.

What's on:

Events and points of interest around Hobart.

11 May 2026 - 24 May 2026
The Tasmanian Mushroom Festival 2026
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20 Feb 2026 - 24 May 2026
Maritime Museum Tasmania presents Sue Pedley’s ‘Prevailing Gales’
Maritime Museum Tasmania presents a remarkable new exhibition by Tasmanian-born artist Sue Pedley.
6 Feb 2026 - 31 May 2026
Restoring the Past
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1 May 2026 - 23 May 2026
Hermannsburg Potters | “Thepa Kwatja-Rinya | Birds Of Water” | Exhibition
The internationally renowned Hermannsburg Potters return for their annual exhibition with Bett Gallery.
1 May 2026 - 23 May 2026
Kate McKenzie Lewis | “Ember” | Exhibition
Bett Gallery is delighted to present Melbourne-based artist Kate McKenzie Lewis in her first solo exhibition with the gallery.
15 May 2026 - 17 May 2026
Promise and Promiscuity: A New Musical by Jane Austen and Penny Ashton – Hobart
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15 May 2026 - 17 May 2026
Maltstock Down Under
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20 Jun 2025 - 26 Jun 2026
Hobart Twilight Market Brooke Street Pier
The Hobart Twilight Markets showcases a wide variety of Tasmanian eats, drinks and artisans, along with live music from local talent.
15 May 2026 - 15 May 2026
Swallow: an evening with author Alexandria Burnham
Join us for an evening with author, Alexandria Burnham, as she explores the fascinating intersection between history and storytelling. The novel Swallow is based on
15 May 2026 - 17 May 2026
Promise and Promiscuity: A New Musical by Jane Austen and Penny Ashton
An award-winning and hilarious Austenial musical comedy mashup complete with ukulele and appalling cross stitiching.
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