WHEN: Friday 6 November 2026 to early 2027

WHERE: Australian Aboriginal Cultures Gallery, Ground floor

COST: FREE

Established in 1966, the Aboriginal Lands Trust (the Trust) was born from political vision, resilience, and hope for the future. Long before federal recognition of Land Rights and Native Title, First Nations leaders in South Australia fought for landmark legislation to return their Country back to them. The Trust was the mechanism for this return. It is an organisation that holds land on behalf of First Nations communities so they can live and work in safety and security.

Sixty years on, the Trust holds 65 property titles, many of which are former Aboriginal 'reserves' and 'missions' and permanently protects 5,420 square kilometres of land in South Australia to ensure Aboriginal ownership and connection, forever. The establishment of the Trust was a profound step towards recovering the self-directed lives that First Nations people have lived across South Australia for over 60,000 years.

Lives centred on caring for Country and being cared for by Country in return. It is an enduring relationship, providing for place, purpose, and possibilities.

On Country secured by the Trust, Aboriginal people are regenerating the land, remaking their homes, and reimagining new cultural economies. This exhibition shows just some of the powerful stories that continue to emerge from the stewardship of Country.