The Kahlil Gibran Gallery Ltd. (KGGL)
PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE CONSTITUTION
ACN 661 168 458
Our Mission: To create the first-ever permanent Kahlil Gibran exhibition gallery, outside of Lebanon celebrating the life and works of the renowned Lebanese-American poet, philosopher, and artist. Our aim is to attract visitors from across Australia and around the world, becoming a global destination for art, literature, and philosophy enthusiasts.
What We Offer:
- A prestigious gallery showcasing Kahlil Gibran's original artwork and artifacts, on loan from the Gibran Museum of Lebanon and various international collections, with rotating exhibitions.
- A dedicated center for the study, research, and appreciation of Gibran's life, works, and legacy.
- An active participant in international research initiatives, including exhibitions, publications, and educational forums, in collaboration with affiliated institutions.
- A leading authority on the life, works, and legacy of Kahlil Gibran.
Our Vision: The Kahlil Gibran Gallery Ltd. aims to:
- Gain recognition as a world-class gallery for literature and artwork by Kahlil Gibran.
- Establish a center for preserving, restoring, and exhibiting Gibran artifacts and artwork.
- Organize events celebrating Kahlil Gibran's life, work, and legacy.
- Secure ongoing funding and achieve Direct Gift Recipient status for tax-exempt donations.
- Acquire artwork and artifacts through purchases and donations, to be housed and owned by the gallery.
- Develop the gallery to meet national and international museum standards.
Key Milestones:
- Form a Steering Committee and Board to guide the development of KGGL.
- Draft a constitution governing the Board and KGGL operations.
- Establish a Code of Ethics.
- Secure ongoing funding from private and government sources.
- Identify a suitable, secure central location for the gallery.
- Exhibit artifacts and artworks in an environmentally controlled, secure space to prevent loss and damage.
- Mitigate risk and liability.
- Operate the gallery at a profit.
Current Board :
Executive Director - Glen Kalem-Habib