Hope by Hiromi Tango
Museums of History NSW is delighted to announce a dramatic new art installation by renowned multidisciplinary artist Hiromi Tango, on display at the Hyde Park Barracks until 15 June 2025.
Hope is a dynamic digital projection artwork that uses the facade of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed site as its canvas, absorbing the stories within and connecting them with visitors today. The work responds to the history of the Barracks as a place that provided refuge for people who, for various reasons, found themselves in vulnerable situations.
The artwork appears nightly, when the building becomes a powerful beacon featuring the recorded voices of people reflecting on the rich history of the Barracks and its significant archaeological collection. The artwork is enriched by an audio and visual collage that provides context and inspiration as people share their deeply personal stories of hope.
Accompanying the digital projection are five large-scale ‘hope flowers’ that welcome visitors through the gates, and Hope garden, a textile-based installation that will grow throughout the artwork display period.
Hope garden is a collaborative artwork created from a series of workshops bringing together people from all walks of life, including those whose voices and perspectives are less often heard, to make small flower artworks using colourful upcycled materials while sharing personal reflections on the universal theme of hope.
About Hiromi
Hiromi Tango (born 1976) is a Japanese-Australian artist who immigrated to Australia in 1998 from Shikoku island, Japan. She has been a resident of Bundjalung Country, Tweed Heads, in northern NSW, since 2014.
Hope program
Join us for an exciting program of events inspired by the work of Hiromi Tango. These workshops and events encourage connection, mindfulness, health and wellbeing through making and creative expression.
Past event
Self-guided walking meditation
A bustling, city location might not seem like an obvious place to meditate, but did you know you can practice mindfulness anywhere?
Queens Square, Macquarie Street Sydney NSW 2000
Saturday 12 April
Past event
The Welcome Choir
The Welcome Choir is a friendly, all-ages, all-abilities choir focused on the uplifting experience of singing together
Queens Square, Macquarie Street Sydney NSW 2000
Sunday 15 June 10.30am–12pm
Past event
Meditation in the Hammock Room with Rachael Coopes
Meditation is a practice that involves focusing the mind to achieve a state of calm and clarity
Queens Square, Macquarie Street Sydney NSW 2000
Thursday 5 June 6.30pm–7.30pm
Past event
Yoga with Rachael Coopes
Looking for a way to integrate stretching, movement and mindfulness into your busy daily life?
Queens Square, Macquarie Street Sydney NSW 2000
Sunday 1 June 10.30am–11.30am
Past event
In Conversation with Hiromi Tango
Join multidisciplinary artist Hiromi Tango and Museums of History NSW Curator Kim Tao for an in-depth discussion
Queens Square, Macquarie Street Sydney NSW 2000
Sunday 13 April 2pm–3pm
Past event
Sound Bath with Peta Morris
Sound bathing is a practice that harnesses the power of sound vibrations to promote wellbeing and relaxation
Queens Square, Macquarie Street Sydney NSW 2000
Thursday 12 June 6.30pm–7.30pm
Past event
Hope Garden Workshops
Experience the transformative power of art and community with Hope garden
Queens Square, Macquarie Street Sydney NSW 2000
Saturday 12 April 11am–3pm
Hope is proudly supported by the NSW Government through the Blockbusters Funding initiative.
Finding hope: Q&A with artist Hiromi Tango
Hope is a digital projection artwork by Japanese-Australian artist Hiromi Tango that uses the facade of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Hyde Park Barracks as its canvas