Know Thy Neighbour #3: The Subiaco Object Exchange (2023)

The Subiaco Object Exchange is an on-site public program produced by Spaced and artist Jessee Lee Johns, founder of the ephemeral nation, The Commonwealth of New Bayswater. 

In 2022, artist Jessee Lee Johns worked with the Subiaco Voice of Youth, in the City of Subiaco, culminating in the Subiaco Object Exchange (2023) as a part of Know Thy Neighbour 3.

In this video, learn more about how art ignited the community, fostering a sense of purpose, togetherness, intrigue and new perspectives through the Subiaco Object Exchange - inviting audiences to ‘swap one thing for another thing’.

The Subiaco Object Exchange is a joint venture between The Commonwealth of New Bayswater Department of Public Works, Subiaco Voice of Youth, the City of Subiaco and Spaced.

Video credit: City of Subiaco, Subiaco Voices of Youth, Department of Local Government Sport and Culture and Lotterywest.

Explore our current programs

Know Thy Neighbour #3 (2021-23). Know Thy Neighbour #3 investigates notions of place, sites of interest, networks, and social relationships with partner communities.

Rural Utopias (2019-23). Rural Utopias is a program of residencies, exhibitions and professional development activities organised in partnership with 12 Western Australian rural and remote towns.