The Dax Centre works to foster a greater understanding of the mind, mental illness and trauma through art and creativity. It is home to the Cunningham Dax Collection, an invaluable collection of over 15,000 works created by people with an experience of mental illness and trauma.
Programs coming up soon include:
- Melancholia: Artist and curator in conversation - Konrad Winkler and Charlotte Christie, Thursday 23 June 2011
- Professional Development for Teachers of Psychology, Friday 30 June 2011
Current exhibition:
Melancholia
Often understood as an artistic, introspective or poetic mood, melancholia is also used to describe states of sadness, mourning and depression. This exhibition explores the concept of melancholia, its relationship with depression and links to creativity.21 April - 21 October 2011
The Dax Centre, 35 Poplar Road Parkville, VIC
Wed-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 1-5pm
