Victorian Museums and Galleries Awards
Please note: The Victorian Museums and Galleries Awards have been deferred to April 2026. Read more
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Since 1994, the Victorian Museums and Galleries Awards recognise and celebrate excellence across the sector. They seek to reward presenting and collecting organisations and the individuals who support and strengthen Victoria’s creative and cultural industries through outstanding work and a commitment to best practice.
AMaGA Victoria and the Public Galleries Association of Victoria (PGAV) are thrilled to present the 2024 Victorian Museums and Galleries Awards. From groundbreaking exhibitions to community-driven initiatives, each nomination reflects the dedication and creativity shaping Victoria's cultural landscape.
Now in its 31st award season, the Victorian Museums and Galleries Awards herald excellence and innovation within the sector. Continuing an active collaboration between AMaGA Victoria and PGAV, the Awards reaffirm the resilience and spirit of collaboration within the sector.
Nominations closed on Friday, 26 July 2024.
AWARDS CEREMONY
Tuesday, 1 October 2024, 6:00 - 8:00PM
Science Gallery Melbourne
Hosted by
SAMMY J
Australian comedian, writer, composer, and broadcaster.
THE CATEGORIES
The Victorian Museums and Galleries Awards recognise and celebrate excellence across the sector. They seek to reward presenting and collecting organisations and the individuals who support and strengthen Victoria’s creative and cultural industries through outstanding work and a commitment to best practice.
This year, we will be presenting a total of 11 awards to individuals and organisations who have made exceptional contributions to their field. There are four individual awards and seven project-based awards. Each of the following award categories is accompanied by a set of guidelines, as well as an individual nomination form. To view the guidelines, click on the pink "Guidelines" button; and to begin the nomination process, click on the yellow "Nominate" button. We encourage everyone to consider nominating themselves or their peers for these prestigious awards.
Three of the Awards have been generously supported by our long-time industry sponsor, Archival Survival (identified by an asterisk).
Each of the following award categories is accompanied by a set of guidelines, as well as an individual nomination form. To view the guidelines, click on the pink "Guidelines" button; and to nominate, click on the orange "Nominate" button.
INDIVIDUALS
Volunteer of the Year
Change-maker of the Year
Martin Hallett Award for Community Engagement
Lifetime Achievement
ORGANISATIONS | PROJECTS
Volunteer-run Project of the Year (Museum/Gallery)*
Small Project of the Year (Museum)*
Small Project of the Year (Gallery)*
Medium Project of the Year (Gallery)
Large Project of the Year (Museum & Gallery)
First Nations Project of the Year (Museum/Gallery)
Medium Project of the Year (Museum)
Information Session: 2024 Awards
Watch the Victorian Museums and Galleries Awards Information Session, where you can learn more about the Awards and the nomination process.
Following feedback from the 2023 judges, this year’s Awards will have simplified selection criteria, which place emphasis on innovation and impact.
Hear from Anne Robertson (PGAV) and Ash Robertson (AMaGA Victoria) who will discuss the award categories, guidelines – including the new selection criteria, and tips on how to make a strong nomination.