# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Billy Missi'n Wakain Thamai Exhibition Tour
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 20 Nov, 2025 at 11:00 am – Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 11:30 am
- **Event Description**: Join us for a tour of Billy Missi'n Wakain Thamai in kuril dhagun.About this EventFree exhibition tours are held monthly and alternate with free cultural tours, led by a special guest.About the exhibition:Billy Missi’n Wakain Thamai is a profound exhibition honouring the late Torres Strait Islander artist Billy Missi (1970-2012).Billy Missi’n Wakain Thamai brings together 26 of the artist’s most significant and iconic artworks, including rare and never-before-exhibited monoprints, etchings, and linoprints from Djumbunji Fine Art Press and private collections. Curated by Dr Russell Milledge, this retrospective was developed in close consultation with the Billy Missi Estate, family members and friends, highlighting Missi’s critical role in the emergence of Zenadth Kes (Torres Strait) printmaking as a contemporary art form.The Billy Missi’n Wakain Thamai exhibition honours Missi’s artistic legacy and his dedication to maintaining the language and culture of his people. The bilingual exhibition features diverse forms of printmaking and a film, presenting an immersive experience into contemporary Torres Strait Islander culture and customs. Audiences will gain a deep appreciation for Missi’s work, reflecting his way of life, traditions, and enduring legacy.Billy Missi was born on Mabuiag Island and was deeply influenced by the storytelling, song, and dance traditions of his Wagadagam Tribe. Beginning in earnest in the 1990s, his artistic journey combined traditional carving techniques with modern linocut methods, creating a unique aesthetic that earned international recognition before his passing in 2012.Billy Missi’n Wakain Thamai is an exhibition developed by NorthSite Contemporary Arts (Gimuy/Cairns) and touring Australia in partnership with Gab Titui Cultural Centre/Torres Strait Regional Authority (Waiben/Thursday Island) and Museums & Galleries Queensland. This project has been assisted by the Australian Government’s Visions of Australia program.Where: Meet at the entrance to kuril dhagun, level 1, State Library of Queensland.Please note: There is no need to bring a printed ticket, instead when you arrive your name will be checked off on a registration list. The exhibition is accessible, but should you have any questions please contact exhibitions@slq.qld.gov.au.Subscribe to be the first to know about our future events.Please consult our before making your booking.We respect your privacy. Personal information we collect is used only for our internal activities and functions () and will not be disclosed unless required by law. For more information, please read State Library's .
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/south-brisbane/billy-missin-wakain-thamai-exhibition-tour/100001633376275409
- **Event Categories**: art, exhibitions, fine-arts, entertainment, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: South Brisbane
- **state**: QL
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: kuril dhagun, State Library of Queensland
- **lat**: -27.4713307
- **long**: 153.0169509
- **full address**: kuril dhagun, State Library of Queensland, Stanley Place, South Brisbane, Australia

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Billy Missi'n Wakain Thamai Exhibition Tour being held?
  - **A:** Billy Missi'n Wakain Thamai Exhibition Tour takes place on Thu, 20 Nov, 2025 at 11:00 am to Thu, 19 Feb, 2026 at 11:30 am at kuril dhagun, State Library of Queensland, Stanley Place, South Brisbane, Australia.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Billy Missi'n Wakain Thamai Exhibition Tour?
  - **A:** Billy Missi'n Wakain Thamai Exhibition Tour is organized by State Library of Queensland.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Billy Missi'n Wakain Thamai Exhibition Tour is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in South Brisbane, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Billy Missi'n Wakain Thamai Exhibition Tour sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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