Fabrik Arts & Heritage

Fabrik Arts & Heritage Fabrik is a new arts and heritage hub based in the Onkaparinga Woollen Mill.

Our vision for the future includes gallery spaces, artist studios, workshops, artists in residence, a retail store and an interpretation of the Onkaparinga Woollen Mill.

Starting tomorrow! πŸŽ‰ Discover Saltbush Country, an inspiring exhibition featuring the work of seven Aboriginal artists f...
03/09/2026

Starting tomorrow! πŸŽ‰ Discover Saltbush Country, an inspiring exhibition featuring the work of seven Aboriginal artists from across regional South Australia, on display until 11 October.

Curated by Tarnanthi Regional Curator Marika Davies, the exhibition shares powerful stories of culture, community and connection to Country through diverse contemporary artworks.

πŸ“ 1 Lobethal Road, Lobethal
πŸ•š Wednesday to Sunday, 11am to 4pm

ℹ️ Find out more πŸ‘‰ https://fabrik.org.au/saltbush-country/

πŸ“· Lynette Newchurch and Deanna Newchurch

Heritage program returns to FABRIK with Stitching Through Identity. 🌞🌼🌞🌟You will create a unique text-based embroidery w...
02/09/2026

Heritage program returns to FABRIK with Stitching Through Identity. 🌞🌼🌞🌟

You will create a unique text-based embroidery with artist Makeda Duong.

In this one-day workshop you will learn to cross-stitch your own text-based embroidery while exploring aspects of your identity. Makeda's aim is to empower you to reflect upon ethnicity, heritage, class, gender or mental wellbeing and more while learning the traditional cross-stitch technique.

Saturday 26 September, 10am – 4pm

Book now πŸ‘‰ https://events.humanitix.com/stitching-through-identity

Last chance! 🧡 Sunday is the final day to experience the Liz Newman Knitwear exhibition at FABRIK.Step back into the vib...
29/08/2026

Last chance! 🧡 Sunday is the final day to experience the Liz Newman Knitwear exhibition at FABRIK.

Step back into the vibrant world of 80s fashion. ✨ Discover the iconic knitwear worn by stars including Dame Edna Everage, Rhonda Burchmore, Garry McDonald, Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean, and favourites from Hey Hey It's Saturday, Sale of the Century and Kath & Kim.

Don't miss this colourful celebration of one of Australia's most distinctive fashion designers before it closes!

πŸ•— Closes Sunday at 4pm. πŸ“· Image credit: Liz Newman.

Last chance to visit! 🧢 hArt to Heart, FABRIK's SALA Festival exhibition featuring artists from the Kitchen Table Art Gr...
28/08/2026

Last chance to visit! 🧢 hArt to Heart, FABRIK's SALA Festival exhibition featuring artists from the Kitchen Table Art Group, finishes this Sunday at 4pm.

Discover a beautiful collection of fabric-based artworks created by Belinda Broughton, Kirsty Emery, Anne Griffiths, Lynne Griffiths, Ervin Janek, Rose Kemp, Liz Mattock and Kendrea Rhodes.

πŸ“· Featured artwork by Anne Griffiths.

Planning a visit to FABRIK for one of our exhibitions? πŸ›οΈ Don't forget to check our curated gallery shop, featuring beau...
27/08/2026

Planning a visit to FABRIK for one of our exhibitions? πŸ›οΈ Don't forget to check our curated gallery shop, featuring beautiful handmade works by talented local artists and makers.

From woven baskets and colourful jewellery to textiles, ceramics, cards and unique accessories, 🧢 there's something special to discover around every corner.

Featured clockwise from top: works by Rose Wilfred (Numbulwar Numburindi Arts), Sue Garrard, Mainichi, Go-Go Girl, FABRIK, Fair Go Trading, Violet Cooper, Threefold Designs, Kitty Came Home and Julie Frahm.

The Liz Newman Knitwear Exhibition finishes this Sunday! 🧢✨ With more than 2,200 visitors through the doors, it's been w...
26/08/2026

The Liz Newman Knitwear Exhibition finishes this Sunday! 🧢✨ With more than 2,200 visitors through the doors, it's been wonderful to see so many people embracing the 80s spirit, from original Liz Newman knitwear to their favourite retro jumpers.

Come and see what all the buzz is about before it's gone!

15/08/2026

It's the 80s at Fabrik and a great weekend for a drive to the Hills to see our SALA Festival exhibitions!

Immerse yourself in FABRIK’s unique architecture while learning to use watercolour pencils to sketch our historic buildi...
14/08/2026

Immerse yourself in FABRIK’s unique architecture while learning to use watercolour pencils to sketch our historic buildings in your own style. πŸŒžπŸ–οΈπŸ–ŒοΈ

Hosted by artist Bronwen Whyatt, this 3-hour workshop will commence indoors with a brief talk about observation and sketching of a building's features.

We will then go outdoors to try our hand at sketching selected heritage buildings and their features within the FABRIK precinct in Lobethal.

Sunday 23 August 1-4pm
Book your ticket here:
https://events.humanitix.com/sketching-historic-buildings-in-lobethal
Alternatively find link in comments.

Community Exhibition CALL OUT Participate in Pockets. Be part of the 2027 Adelaide Fringe Festival with FABRIK πŸŒΌπŸ˜€πŸŒΌWe inv...
14/08/2026

Community Exhibition CALL OUT

Participate in Pockets.

Be part of the 2027 Adelaide Fringe Festival with FABRIK πŸŒΌπŸ˜€πŸŒΌ

We invite you to contribute to our next community exhibition showcasing new works that explore pockets. Pockets will showcase a wide range of artworks that explore the rich and little-known realm of pockets.

Traditional, conceptual, playful, representational, and experimental approaches to pockets all welcome. This is an opportunity to consider the history, evolution, culture, and symbolism of pockets as they apply to human history.

To find out more and to register your interest see link in bio

Image: Leane Gardner, detail of textile work created from uncycled denim pocket, stitching and other fabric, 2026. Image of artwork is indicative only. We welcome all approaches and encourage your imagination to run wild.

We are happy to welcome back to the Maker Studios, textile and mixed media artist, Barbara Millward.Barbara is an active...
12/08/2026

We are happy to welcome back to the Maker Studios, textile and mixed media artist, Barbara Millward.

Barbara is an active member of the FABRIK Arts + Heritage community. πŸ’›

Producing artwork, jewellery and artist books, Barb is inspired by her expansive vintage collection and time weathered objects with patina and wear.
Come in and meet Barbara and the other Makers to experience their work in person: πŸ“… Wednesday to Sunday πŸ•š 11am – 4pmπŸ“ 1 Lobethal Rd, Lobethal.

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1 Lobethal Road
Lobethal, SA
5241

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