THE FOUNDATIONS PORTLAND – The Bathhouse & Silos

 

In the Bathhouse you will find the Squatters Exhibition.

The Silo’s.  The silos were painted in April and May 2018 by artist Guido Van Helten.  Using the site of the mural as a natural focus, the artist heard from former employees and Portland natives alike to piece together a view of this former industrial community known as ‘the town that built Sydney.’

While you are in the area, why not check out Portland’s “Signs of Yesteryear”, a showcase of beautifully restored historic advertisements throughout the town. Visitors can see iconic brands like Goanna Salve, Bushell’s Tea, Uncle Toby’s Oats, Arnott’s Biscuits, and Toohey’s Flag Ale. In October 2001, Ron Bidwell, an amazing retired signwriter, gathered colleagues from across Australia and with the help of locals, recreated these classic signs during a Letterheads meeting. Though Ron has now passed, these nostalgic murals adorn Portland, offering a glimpse into the advertising of the past and celebrating its heritage.

 

 

Studio Address

The Bathhouse, Foundations, Williwa Street, Portland, 2847