Canberra Art Gallery
Highlights
- Explore diverse perspectives through a constantly evolving collection of contemporary art in Fyshwick.
- Discover acclaimed Archibald Prize winners alongside rising local talents in a vibrant cultural setting.
- Engage with dynamic events and activations that celebrate creativity and artistic expression.
- Enjoy family-friendly facilities, including a parents' room and convenient parking, enhancing your visit.
Canberra Art Gallery is a destination for fine contemporary art, located in the heart of Fyshwick. It is a space dedicated to celebrating creativity, culture, and the power of artistic expression in Australia’s capital. The gallery was founded with a clear vision: to get art into everyone’s life and to showcase the remarkable talent found both locally and internationally.
Inside its expansive walls, visitors are invited to explore a constantly evolving collection that spans painting, sculpture, mixed media, and large-scale installations. The program is designed to highlight a diverse range of perspectives, featuring acclaimed Archibald Prize winners, internationally recognised artists, and rising local talents. This balance ensures every visit brings new opportunities for discovery and inspiration.
In addition to exhibitions, Canberra Art Gallery hosts events, launches, and activations that celebrate art in all its forms. The aim is to create experiences that are accessible and engaging, while maintaining the highest standards of curation and presentation.
By bringing together Australia’s most innovative artists alongside global figures, the gallery seeks to contribute to the cultural fabric of the city. Canberra Art Gallery is more than a place to view art. It is a place where creativity becomes part of daily life.
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Features
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on their website (can be emailed on request).
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Uses floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
- Uses non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting
- Seating in common areas including reception area
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
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