National Gallery of the Cayman Islands: Annual Membership 2023-24
National Gallery of the Cayman Islands: Annual Membership 2023-24
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Now Recruiting: Annual Internship 2023-24Deadline for applications 21 July
We are now accepting applications for our annual National Gallery Internship. This exciting opportunity is a twelve month, entry-level training position for young Caymanians, designed to introduce the successful applicant to the museum and gallery profession. The role paves the way for the successful applicant to experience and become familiar with all aspects of gallery operations and work closely with the community.The Intern, during this time, will support the completion of administrative and operational tasks within the Gallery, providing support and cover as required, taking ownership of assigned projects and following them through to completion.
The deadline for applications is Friday, 21 July 2023, with the position starting in August 2023 or agreed.
Explore the Cayman Islands Biennial Did you know? For the third Cayman Biennial, artworks by 57 Cayman-based artists are simultaneously on display at nine different locations across the Cayman Islands – the National Gallery, Owen Roberts International Airport, the Cayman Brac Museum, Cayman Brac Heritage House, the Little Cayman Museum, Mind’s Eye Cultural Centre, Gram Bella’s in North Side, John Gray High School, and Barker’s National Park. View the programme of events and venue map.
3rd Biennial Awards In July, the winners of the 3rd Cayman Islands Biennial Emerging Artist Award and Bendel Hydes Award will be announced at a special ceremony for artists. These prestigious awards are selected by a jury to recognize the strongest works based on theme, originality, execution and overall quality. We extend our thanks to all participating artists and look forward to announcing the winners! Revisit the 2019 Awards and 2021 Awards on our blog.
What’s On: Education
Art at the Libraries Various Library branches in JulyWe’re coming to a library near you to offer arts & crafts classes this Summer! We’ll be at the West Bay Public Library for their Summer of Friendship art programme on Wednesdays & Thursdays in July, and our usual last Saturday family art classes at the North Sideand Bodden Town libraries on 29 July. Join us for creative family fun!
Watercolour Workshop on Cayman Brac6 July, 10:00AM – 1:00PM Get creative at this free workshop open for all ages! Join us at the Cayman Brac Beach Resort for a drop-in watercolour session inspired by the Highlights from the Collectionexhibition currently on view at CBBR. Art materials will be provided.
Poetry Open Mic Night 20 July, 6:30PM Join us for a poetry evening inspired by the themes of the 3rd Cayman Islands Biennial. Enjoy the words of local poets and share your own poetry, spoken word or acoustic stylings. Free and open to all audiences, with refreshments provided. Learn more.
Public Holiday Closure Please note that the Gallery will be closed in observance of July’s public holiday as below. We are open as usual on the preceding Saturday from 10:00AM-5:00PM. Constitution Day – Monday, 3 July: Closed
Gift Shop Highlight: Cayman Coral CollectionCayman Coral Collection by Awardart Gallery offers a range of one of a kind, hand printed items using Cayman beach coral on organic cotton. Find unique scarfs, tea towels, t-shirts, beach cover-ups, tablecloths and napkins at the NGCI Gift Shop.The Gift Shop is open Monday through Saturday from 10:00AM-5:00PM.
Sponsor Highlight: Butterfield
July’s featured sponsor is Butterfield, a longtime supporter of National Gallery exhibitions. Having sponsored the two previous Cayman Islands Biennial exhibitions in 2019 and 2021, Butterfield is once again sponsoring the Cayman Islands Biennial in its third iteration – Conversations with the Past in the Present Tense. With Butterfield’s generous support, we’ve launched our largest and most ambitious exhibition project to date, featuring works by 57 artists across nine venues, complemented by an awards scheme, print catalogue, digital resources, and a full programme of events and educational opportunities for audiences of all ages. Thank you Butterfield your commitment to supporting the arts in Cayman andenabling us to continue welcoming our community to experience, explore and enjoy all that the arts can offer!
3rd Biennial Awards In July, the winners of the 3rd Cayman Islands Biennial Emerging Artist Award and Bendel Hydes Award will be announced at a special ceremony for artists. These prestigious awards are selected by a jury to recognize the strongest works based on theme, originality, execution and overall quality. We extend our thanks to all participating artists and look forward to announcing the winners! Revisit the 2019 Awards and 2021 Awards on our blog.
Public Holiday Closure Please note that the Gallery will be closed in observance of July’s public holiday as below. We are open as usual on the preceding Saturday from 10:00AM-5:00PM. 
Gift Shop Highlight: Cayman Coral CollectionCayman Coral Collection by Awardart Gallery offers a range of one of a kind, hand printed items using Cayman beach coral on organic cotton. Find unique scarfs, tea towels, t-shirts, beach cover-ups, tablecloths and napkins at the NGCI Gift Shop.The Gift Shop is open Monday through Saturday from 10:00AM-5:00PM.
