Art Galleries in Cairns
A great way to understand the cultural aspects of Cairns is to visit the Cairns Regional Gallery and the many smaller art galleries and boutiques around the city. As you can imagine the region acts as a spectacular backdrop for all kinds of artists so the variety of artforms on show is staggering. Choose from oil on canvas, ceramics, glassware, sculpture and photography to take home.
There are many well established and up coming Indigenous artists in Cairns and the vibrancy and difference they bring to the art scene is fantastic. You will see wonderful creations where ancient styles meet new world techniques. You can have the opportunity to purchase these pieces from approved galleries and even direct from the artists themselves.
Art Galleries in Cairns & Surrounds
Cairns Art Gallery
The Cairns Art Gallery is located in the old Public Curators Building and plays host to many local artists as well as hosting exhibitions from Australian and international collections. There are historical exhibitions as well exhibiting historical and contemporary works from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists. You can pick up quality prints, glassware, jewellery and ceramics from the Gallery Shop so you can take a souvenir of Cairns art home.
Cnr Abott & Shields Streets, Cairns, QLD
Phone: (07) 4046 4800
Website: www.cairnsartgallery.com.au
More Art Galleries
NorthSite Contemporary Arts
96 Abbott Street, Cairns QLD 4870
Phone: 07 4050 9494
Web: northsite.org.au
Tanks Art Centre
46 Collins Avenue, Edge Hill QLD 4870
Phone: 07 4032 6600
Web: www.tanksartscentre.com
Crackerbox Palace
228 Sheridan Street, Cairns QLD 4870
Phone: 07 4031 1216
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