Vacancy for Graphic Design Intern

The William Humphreys Art Gallery (WHAG) is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented intern to join our project team. This internship offers recent graduates an opportunity to gain valuable experience in the museum industry. The intern will be involved in various aspects of WHAG’s daily operations, including graphic design, administration, research, project support, and art education. […]

July 10, 2024

Double Bill Exhibition: Three Decades of Democracy and Reflections

The William Humphreys Art Gallery proudly announces an exciting double bill exhibition: “Three Decades of Democracy – Artists Across Generations” and “Reflections – Art Writer’s Interpretation of WHAG’s Collection.” These exhibitions are set to highlight the vibrancy and diversity of South African art, curated to offer both a historical and contemporary perspective. Three Decades of […]

April 5, 2024

Invitation to Bid: Upgrade of HVAC System – Tender No.: WB01-2024

The William Humphreys Art Gallery (WHAG) is a schedule 3 public entity (not for profit) and public benefit organisation and an agency of the national Department of Sport, Arts and Culture. WHAG provides for the aesthetic and cultural needs of the local community it serves as well as to the people of South Africa and […]

March 18, 2024

From the Woods To The Soil – A Solo Exhibition by Jonathan van der Walt

“From the Woods to the Soil” examines identity, legacy, and cultural practices in democratic South Africa.

March 15, 2024

VACANCY: CURATORIAL ASSISTANT (Six Months Contract)

The William Humphreys Art Gallery (WHAG) invites applications for the Curatorial Assistant vacancy as advertised. Equity Statement: Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the employment equity plan and targets of the Gallery. Remuneration: Six months contract. An all-inclusive package of R298 048 per annum. […]

March 11, 2024

WHAG Announces Artist for the 2024 ‘If Walls Could Talk’ Programme

The William Humphreys Art Gallery (WHAG) proudly announces Ras Silas Motse as the recipient artist for the 2024 If Walls Could Talk Programme. Renowned for his work in mixed media and mural art, Ras Silas brings a unique perspective to this year’s programme which celebrates the 30th anniversary of South Africa’s democracy. Silas Motse, affectionately […]

February 14, 2024

WHAG Launches Inaugural Art Writer in Residence Programme

The William Humphreys Art Gallery (WHAG) is thrilled to announce the launch of its first-ever Art Writer in Residence programme, a pioneering initiative aimed at fostering arts journalism and enriching the archival documentation of the museum’s extensive collection. The recipients of this prestigious residency are Karabo Tshenyego and Khumo Mcunu, both graduands of Creative Writing […]

February 2, 2024

WHAG Announces Recipient of Artist In Residency Programme

The William Humphreys Art Gallery is delighted to announce that Jonathan van der Walt, a visual artist based in Gqeberha, has been selected as the recipient of the prestigious Artist-In-Residency programme. This residency is dedicated to the memory of the renowned artist Dumisani Mabasa, who was a permanent resident artist at WHAG until his untimely […]

January 18, 2024

Open Call for Muralists / Graffiti Artists

The William Humphreys Art Gallery (WHAG) in Kimberley, would like to commission a muralist/graffiti artist to produce a public mural that responds to the 30th Anniversary of Democracy.

December 19, 2023

New Additions: Stories of Sublimity Exhibition

A dynamic interplay between creativity and societal consciousness

December 4, 2023

Call for Applications: Artist-in-Residence Programme

The William Humphreys Art Gallery (WHAG) invites visual artists to apply for the Artist-in-Residence Programme, where they can reflect, conduct research, present their work, and create a new body of work removed from their typical environment and daily life. Artists working in all mediums are welcome to apply. The Artist-in-Residence Programme provides a unique opportunity […]

October 31, 2023

Always The Sun – a Solo Exhibition by Zakes Mda

The centrepiece of Prof. Zakes Mda’s solo exhibition Always The Sun at William Humphreys Art Gallery is a celebration of his return to South Africa, following a long and illustrious academic career in the United States. The timing of this exhibition is made even more perfect by the fact that he celebrated his birthday on […]

August 30, 2023

VACANCY: Principal Curator of Collections

The William Humphreys Art Gallery (WHAG) invites applications for the Principal Curator of Collections vacancy as advertised. Equity Statement: Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the employment equity plan and targets of the Gallery. Remuneration: An all-inclusive package of R 340 440 per […]

August 18, 2023

‘For Some the Pathway to Education Lies Between Thorns’ a solo art exhibition of Peter E. Clarke’s work

The William Humphreys Art Gallery (WHAG) is proud to present a solo exhibition of the renowned South African artist, writer and poet Peter E. Clarke (1929-2014), from the 29th of August to the 31stof October. The exhibition, titled For Some the Pathway to Education Lies Between Thorns, showcases Clarke’s linocut and woodcut prints, rarest paintings, and […]

July 18, 2023

Mandela Day 2023

This year’s Nelson Mandela International Day on 18 July will be celebrated under the theme: “It is in Your Hands.” Nelson Mandela, in addressing the scourge of poverty, suffering and deprivation, said: “It is in your hands to make our world a better one for all, especially the poor, vulnerable and marginalised. The William […]

July 13, 2023

Northern Cape Artists Exhibition newspaper article

Thank you NoordkaapBulletin, Media24 and Helena Barnard (Editor) for noting the Northern Cape Visual Artists Exhibition 20233. The exhibition can be viewed at William Humphreys Art Gallery 5 July-30 September 2023

June 30, 2023

Preventative Conservation at WHAG

For the month of June the WHAG team was busy with preventative conservation, which coincides with our mandate. WHAG derives its legislative and policy mandates primarily from the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa; the Public Finance Management Act 1 of 1999 and the relevant Treasury Regulations including the Public Service Act as well […]

May 29, 2023

Keadumela Celebrates Africa Month

The Keadumela Early Childhood Development Programme is one of several Community Projects presented by the William Humphreys Art Gallery. The learners that participated in this programme celebrated Africa Month on the 25th of May 2023 by making flags of different countries in Africa. They also came to class dressed in traditional clothing and […]

May 18, 2023

International Museum Day 2023

Thank you to the Kimberley Islamic School for visiting the WHAG on International Museums Day 2023 Museums are key contributors to the wellbeing and to the sustainable development of our communities. As trusted institutions and important threads in our shared social fabric, they are uniquely placed to create a cascading effect to foster positive change. […]

April 25, 2023

The Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP 3)

WHAG congratulates the following Interns for successfully completing the Artbank PESP3 Work-Based Experience Programme at the William Humphreys Art Gallery. Sinazo Gamedala: Curatorial Intern Carolienne Jansen van Rensberg: Research and Writing Intern Tlotolo Sereisho: Graphic Design Intern The Presidential Employment Stimulus Programme (PESP 3) Work-Based Experience Programme is managed by The Art Bank […]

April 24, 2023

Human Rights Month Colouring Competition Winners

The William Humphreys Art Gallery hosted a colouring competition to celebrate Human Rights Month in April 2023. The winners in the different categories are as follows: Left Back: Troy Ogle (Winner – Grade 7-9 Category) Left Front: Tamica Buffel (Winner – Grade 1-3 Category) Centre: Nelly Mkhize (WHAG Director) Right front: Micheline Visser (Winner – […]

April 20, 2023

Vacancy: Chief Curator

VACANCY: CHIEF CURATOR The William Humphreys Art Gallery (WHAG) invites applications for the Chief Curator vacancy as advertised. Equity Statement: Preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Gallery. Remuneration: Five (5) year contract. All-inclusive package […]

October 22, 2022

Exhibit venerates artistry

With themes such as “New beginnings”, “Scars in society” and “Danger and security”, Gr. 12 students at the Kimberley Art Centre (KAC) portrayed their view on the world at the annual Matric Art Exhibition at the William Humphreys Art Gallery. At the opening on 11 October, Anthea Abrahams, deputy director of the Northern Cape Department […]

Helena Barnard for Noordkaap Bulletin

August 24, 2022

Art appreciation expansive

Artwork-titles such as Finding Hope, Buckets of Dreams, Tjailatyd: At the end of an (dis)honest day’s work, and A Diamond is forever, clearly depict that the Eureka exhibition is a journey delving into artisanal mining in Kimberley. The exhibition launched Wednesday (17/08) at the William Humphreys Art Gallery (Whag) in Kimberley. It is an interdisciplinary […]