Event A05: Oxmarket At 50: A Retrospective

The 50th Retrospective exhibition is a celebratory event marking fifty years of the gallery’s history, creativity, and community. This event will honour the artists who have helped shape Oxmarket over the decades, highlighting the outstanding quality of work that has defined the gallery since its founding.

The Oxmarket Contemporary 50th Retrospective marks a significant milestone in the gallery’s history, celebrating fifty years of artistic innovation, community engagement, and creative excellence. Since its founding in 1976, Oxmarket Contemporary has been a vibrant cultural space where emerging and established artists alike have found a platform to share their vision. This retrospective honours that legacy by bringing together works from artists who have played a vital role in shaping the gallery’s identity over the decades.

The exhibition will showcase a diverse and thoughtfully curated selection of artworks, reflecting the breadth and quality of artistic practice that has defined Oxmarket Contemporary. From painting and photography to three-dimensional artworks, the retrospective will highlight both the evolution of the gallery and the continued strength of its creative community.

More than a celebratory exhibition, the 50th Retrospective also serves as an important fundraising effort, supporting the gallery’s ongoing mission to champion accessible, inclusive, and high‑quality arts programming. It is a testament to the many artists, volunteers, supporters, and visitors who have contributed to Oxmarket’s enduring success.

We invite you to this landmark event, which both commemorates the past and looks forward to the next fifty years of artistic growth.