Hive is welcoming a fresh season of exhibitions and events this May, packed with opportunities to explore art, science, music and local history. Here are six must-see highlights to add to your calendar:
1. Ocean – Cradle of Life by Leven Regional Arts
Opening Sunday 4 May at 1pm
Step into the Art Gallery for a beautifully curated exhibition exploring the richness of ocean life. Created by members of Leven Regional Arts—a collective of over 150 local artists and art lovers—Ocean – Cradle of Life presents a diverse array of artworks across various media and styles. Celebrate the opening with the artists and community.
2. A Town is a Tapestry – Final Instalments
Ulverstone Museum, Level 1
This ongoing historical exhibition adds two new stories in May. Discover the turbulent beginnings of Sprent’s first hotel and learn about Ulverstone’s unique connection to former Prime Minister Joseph Lyons. These latest chapters bring the town’s rich tapestry of stories to a close.
3. Stories in the Display Cases – Ground Floor
Explore two captivating showcases:
Postal Communications in the Central Coast, curated by Anne Wennagel, which traces the history of local post offices and the people who ran them—from Abbotsham to the modern day.
Contemporary Pakana Art, curated by Bonnie Starick with artists Karen Smart and Tanya Harper. This striking sales gallery challenges materials and celebrates cultural identity through contemporary Aboriginal art.
4. International Day of Planetariums
Tuesday 7 May (Keynote on 6 May at Gnomon Pavilion)
Celebrate 100 years since the first planetarium show with Hive’s Principal Astronomer, Dr Martin George. Attend a special keynote on 6 May, then enjoy a full day of themed programming on 7 May in the planetarium. An unmissable event for stargazers and science lovers alike.
5. The Science of Sound – Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
Thursday 8 May
This family-friendly performance blends music and science in an interactive experience led by two musicians from the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra. Aligned with the primary school science curriculum, it’s perfect for curious minds of all ages.
6. Sound in Space 2025 – Live Concert Series
Launching May, running through to August
Journey through sound and visuals in this immersive four-part concert series inside the Ulverstone Planetarium. From Celtic rhythms to psychedelic space rock, each Sunday show fuses music and astronomy into a cosmic sensory experience.
For full program details and ticket information, visit Hive Tasmania or drop by Hive in Ulverstone. May is the perfect time to discover something new, right here in the heart of the Central Coast.
