The Magnificent Land of Wonderous Things

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Unbox your imagination and help build a cardboard forest these School Holidays!

The 'Magnificent Land of Wonderous Things' is a free, hands-on exhibition where imagination comes to life. 

You’re invited to step inside an immersive, evolving world of cardboard art where tiny Wonderlings explore, play and feel protected, and where visitors of all ages can admire and engage with art.

You won't want to miss this unique exhibition - three weeks only across the Winter School Holidays!

The exhibition brings together original artworks by Kym Cunningham and community contributions from schools across the region. 

Participating schools include Woolooga State School, Widgee State School, Wolvi State School, Gympie South State School, Victory College and Two Mile State School.

Visit the Gallery anytime during the exhibition to enjoy a free Makers Table, where you can create a cardboard Wonderling to take home or add to the exhibition!

Don't forget to explore our range of free and ticketed workshops and events here.

About the Artist

Based on the Fraser Coast, Kym Cunningham is an award‑winning sculptor known for her imaginative use of recycled and everyday materials, particularly cardboard.

Her work transforms humble materials into richly textured, playful forms that invite curiosity, storytelling, and hands‑on engagement. Kym is also the 2025 Avant‑Garde Category winner at the Australian Wearable Art Festival, and this exhibition brings her distinctive practice into the Gallery as an immersive, walk‑through experience.

Key Dates

Exhibition Dates: 19 June - 11 July
Artist floor talk: Saturday 20 June, 10.30am
Open during normal Gallery hours, Tuesday to Friday 10am – 4pm, Saturday 10am – 2pm. 

Entry is free, all welcome.

This exhibition was developed by artist Kym Cunningham in collaboration with Gympie Regional Gallery.

Image credit: Kym Cunningham

When

  • Friday, 19 June 2026 | 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday, 20 June 2026 | 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
  • Tuesday, 23 June 2026 | 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday, 24 June 2026 | 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday, 25 June 2026 | 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday, 26 June 2026 | 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday, 27 June 2026 | 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
  • Tuesday, 30 June 2026 | 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday, 01 July 2026 | 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday, 02 July 2026 | 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday, 03 July 2026 | 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday, 04 July 2026 | 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM
  • Tuesday, 07 July 2026 | 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Wednesday, 08 July 2026 | 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Thursday, 09 July 2026 | 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Friday, 10 July 2026 | 10:00 AM - 04:00 PM
  • Saturday, 11 July 2026 | 10:00 AM - 02:00 PM

Location

Gympie Regional Gallery, 39 Nash St, Gympie, View Map

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