Art Farm Birchs Bay

Art Farm Birchs Bay OPEN 365 DAYS. Dogs on leads welcome. Our sculpture trail is 2km, bush track, with over 35 artworks

Art Farm Birchs Bay (AFBB) is a not-for-profit association established to foster engagement between community, artists, art and the landscape. AFBB is situated at Five Bob Farm, an innovative working farm in the south Channel and home to Diemen Pepper. A visit to the Art Farm includes meandering through fields of Tasmanian native pepper, orchards and an extensive kitchen garden. Art Farm Birchs Ba

y hosts exhibitions, artist residencies, workshops and the renowned Sculpture Trail - an annual sculpture exhibition featuring Tasmanian and interstate artists with support by private sponsorship and local government. Art Farm Birchs Bay is based in lutruwita (Tasmania), approx 35 minutes south of nipaluna (Hobart) and 10 minutes south of putalina (Oyster Cove). We acknowledge the traditional owners of this land, the palawa people, and pay deep respect to elders past and present, to the many Aboriginal people that did not make elder status, and to the Tasmanian Aboriginal community that continue to care for Country.

Each year around twenty sculptures are exhibited on the trail - We ask people to make a small donation to help keep the track maintained and to leave us a vote for their favourite piece, so we can award a prize for the Popular Choice.

✨ Looking Back... ✨Do you remember this fearsome visitor?Back in 2011, metal sculptor James Hanslow brought a dinosaur t...
04/09/2026

✨ Looking Back... ✨

Do you remember this fearsome visitor?

Back in 2011, metal sculptor James Hanslow brought a dinosaur to life among the bushland.

The rugged metal form blended surprisingly well with its natural surroundings, making it easy to imagine the dinosaur roaming the ferns long before our sculpture trail existed.

Although this sculpture is no longer on display, it's one of those unforgettable artworks that lives on in the memories of those who encountered it.

Did you ever come across this prehistoric giant? We'd love to hear your memories! 🦖

✨ Now Open! ✨ We’re delighted to have Studioworx by designedmade inc. now showing in the distillery studio. Come and dis...
02/09/2026

✨ Now Open! ✨

We’re delighted to have Studioworx by designedmade inc. now showing in the distillery studio.

Come and discover an inspiring exhibition celebrating the creativity, skill and craftsmanship of some of the talented makers of

Explore a diverse collection of works across woodworking, sculpture, glass, ceramics, artist books, textiles and weaving with many intricate details to admire.

Open every day throughout September

And mark your diary for Sunday 13 September! Come along to meet some of the talented makers from 10am-3pm, hear more about their work, and get hands-on with a selection of mini workshops where you can try your hand at learning traditional artisan skills.

Whether you love making, appreciate beautiful craftsmanship, or simply want to discover something new, we’d love to see you there.

✨ Come explore. Meet the makers. Have a go.

Thank you to all our artists! 🎨Entries for this year’s Sculpture Prize have now officially closed. A huge thank you to e...
02/09/2026

Thank you to all our artists! 🎨

Entries for this year’s Sculpture Prize have now officially closed. A huge thank you to every artist who took the time to enter and share their work with us—we’re thrilled by the creativity and talent represented in this year’s submissions.

Our committee will now carefully review all entries, with finalists to be contacted in late September.

Thank you again for being part of this year’s Sculpture Prize, and best of luck to everyone who entered! ✨

⏰ ONE DAY LEFT!This is your final reminder: entries for this year’s Sculpture Prize close tomorrow.Today, we’re looking ...
31/08/2026

⏰ ONE DAY LEFT!

This is your final reminder: entries for this year’s Sculpture Prize close tomorrow.

Today, we’re looking back at one of the memorable sculptures that greeted visitors in 2024 — a towering Bush Troll by Seth Isham that made an unforgettable impression with its imposing presence and playful character.

Tomorrow, the focus turns to the artists entering this year. Could your sculpture be the one visitors remember next?

Don’t miss your chance. Enter today.

Enter online at https://www.artfarmbirchsbay.org.au/2026sculptureprize

2 DAYS LEFT TO ENTER.We’re almost at the finish line, and there’s still time to be part of this year’s Sculpture Prize.T...
30/08/2026

2 DAYS LEFT TO ENTER.

We’re almost at the finish line, and there’s still time to be part of this year’s Sculpture Prize.

Take one last look at this previous sculpture, Button Grass Benches by Ben Beams for inspiration — then make sure your own submission is ready.

Enter online at https://www.artfarmbirchsbay.org.au/2026sculptureprize

3 DAYS TO GOThe countdown is nearly over.Today’s sculpture from a previous Prize is your reminder that there’s no one wa...
29/08/2026

3 DAYS TO GO

The countdown is nearly over.

Today’s sculpture from a previous Prize is your reminder that there’s no one way to make a great sculpture. Bring your ideas, your materials and your vision. There are many different ways to present art in nature.

This work by Frank Prins from 2014 has a bold presence in the bush.



4 DAYS TO GOOnly 4 days remaining!We’ve seen so many distinctive sculptures enter the prize over the years, each bringin...
28/08/2026

4 DAYS TO GO

Only 4 days remaining!

We’ve seen so many distinctive sculptures enter the prize over the years, each bringing something completely different to the conversation.

Today we’re looking back at this elegant carved wood currawong, a beautiful example of the Ned Trewartha’s exceptional woodworking skills. Carefully shaped from timber, the sculpture captures the character and distinctive presence of this much-loved Australian bird, with a wonderful sense of simplicity and refinement.

5 DAYS TO GOFive days. That’s it. 👀As the deadline approaches, we’re looking back at more of the extraordinary sculpture...
27/08/2026

5 DAYS TO GO

Five days. That’s it. 👀

As the deadline approaches, we’re looking back at more of the extraordinary sculptures entered in previous years. Here’s The Climber by Anita Denholm from 2021, .artistic.musings

This is your reminder to finish that work, take those photos and get your entry in!
5 days left to enter the Sculpture Prize.

Enter online at https://www.artfarmbirchsbay.org.au/2026sculptureprize

6 DAYS TO GOThe final week is here — and there are just 6 days left to enter!Today’s image is another reminder of the in...
26/08/2026

6 DAYS TO GO

The final week is here — and there are just 6 days left to enter!

Today’s image is another reminder of the incredible craftsmanship that sculpture can encompass with a very special work still at the farm by Worm and Pop.

7 DAYS TO GOOne week to go! 🎉We’re celebrating the sculptures that have helped make the Sculpture Prize what it is today...
25/08/2026

7 DAYS TO GO

One week to go! 🎉

We’re celebrating the sculptures that have helped make the Sculpture Prize what it is today — including this standout work by Simon Pankhurst from 2011.

Could your work become an acquisitive prize winner?

You have 7 days to enter.

Enter online at https://www.artfarmbirchsbay.org.au/2026sculptureprize

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3866 Channel Highway
Birchs Bay, TAS
7162

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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