Home > What's On > William Yang's Mardi Gras

William Yang's Mardi Gras

A photograph of people at a parade float.
A photograph of people at a parade float.

Overview

‘There was abstraction, colour and movement, and a certain innocent joie de vivre.’ – William Yang 

William Yang is an iconic and celebrated Australian photographer, performer, artist and filmmaker. Starting his career in fashion photography, he quickly turned to social documentary photography.

This collection-in-focus display highlights William Yang’s photography of Sydney Mardi Gras festivals between 1981 and 2003. The 24 images on display explore four themes: Protest, Community, Art and Remembrance.

This display can be seen in the Treasures Gallery. Entry to the Gallery is free and no bookings are required.

William Yang’s Mardi Gras was curated by Allister Mills.

Dates

27 Jul – 1 Dec 2024
October 2024
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
November 2024
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
December 2024
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
25
26
27
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
Map of the venue locationMap of the venue location
National Library of AustraliaParkes Place West, Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, AustraliaGet Directions
  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Family Friendly
  • Lockers
  • Non Smoking
  • Parents Room
  • Public Toilet
  • Restaurant
  • Shop / Gift Shop

Contacts

02 6262 1111
[email protected]
nla.gov.au

When

Next on today from 9:00am to 5:00pm

Where

National Library of Australia, Parkes Place West, Parkes

Price

Free

Accessibility

Disabled access available, contact operator for details.