We are the land we walk upon

Date

Thu 1 - Sun 11 May

Venue

Immigration Museum
400 Flinders Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

A visionary installation, intertwining the timeless stories of protocol and profound connection to Country of First Nations artists from opposite corners of the earth.
Film
Visual Art
International
Free
World Premiere

A groundbreaking cross-cultural collaboration between Australian and Canadian First Nations artists, Frances Belle Parker, Tess Allas and Adrian Stimson, ‘We are the land we walk upon’ celebrates cultural exchange, resilience, and belonging.

This captivating installation traces the shared journey of walking upon each other's lands, together weaving together stories, traditions, and the deep connection to the earth. Through their unique artistic visions, the trio explores the histories and contemporary lives of First Nations peoples, creating a powerful dialogue that surpasses borders.

Performance Details

Venue

Immigration Museum

400 Flinders Street, Melbourne VIC 3000


Dates & Times

Thu 1 – Sun 11 May Exhibition hours: Daily 5–9pm


Tickets

Free, no booking required ACCESSIBILITY ENQUIRIES Venue Phone: 13 11 02 Venue Email: mvbookings@museum.vic.gov.au

Photography

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We are the land we walk upon trailer

Artist Information

Artist

Adrian Stimson, Siksika


Artist

Frances Belle Parker (she/her), Yaegl


Artist

Tess Allas, Wiradjuri


Cinematography and Editing

Jimmy Murray


Production Assistant

Happy Grove and Sammi Snedden, Dunghutti-Wiradjuri


Elder Support

Uncle Vic Chapman AM, Yuwaalaraay, Aunty Lenore Parker, Yaegl & Myrna Youngman, Siksika


Family Support

Ruben Allas, Mason Parker-Dow, Olivia Parker-Dow, Atticus Parker-Dow, Pet Jett, Pet Elsie & Pet Baldrick


Imagery

Jimmy Murray


Attendees will stand, sit, and/or walk past the screening location.

  • Accessible Bathroom

  • Wheelchair Accessible

    Wheelchair Accessible

Commissioned by YIRRAMBOI 2025.

Presented in partnership with Immigration Museum.


We acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Arts.

Supported by The Government of Canada, and Australian Film Television and Radio School. This project has been assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body.

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