Art Gallery of Western Australia Review

So much wonderful inspiring art in this quiet space - and it is free. Next to Perth train station and great places to grab a coffee or lunch. Also next to the fantastic PICA.

Really lovely Art Gallery, not the best in Australia but still worth checking out yourself.

Free entrance daily, donation much appreciated. Museum is from the big ones. Enormous collection of art, very interesting exhibitions and their arrangements. Definitely must see in Perth!

It's quite a nice place to see. My Sister likes to paint.

The Art Gallery of WA has same interesting art work, but I think it could do with a bit more pieces

Modern Art lovers this is the place for you. Currently there is a exhibition on Jewellery called "Beyond Bling". Do check it out.

Nice big space's of art. Took the free tour though and it was the indigenous tour of Australian Aboriginal people. He had the slant of most Australian people still being oppressive which for the general majority is contrary to the truth

The "Corsini Collection" was at the art gallery. Really worth a visit.

Love the variety and thought provoking pieces of art. Be sure to visit the gift shop

A must visit place in Perth. Free entry and it has lots of art collection (permanent and temporary) mostly paintings. Don't miss its installation art on the 2nd floor and art shop on the 1st floor.

I have been there many times and you can easily lose yourself amongst fine art.

Larger than I expected with galleries on each level. The aboriginal artworks perhaps being the feature pieces. Staff were helpful, and good facilities including a small but well-sourced shop. Can easily spend 2 hours here if you are interested in art.

Art Gallery of WA maybe small, but it has an impressive Australian collection to see. I am a huge fan of Margaret Preston, Tom Roberts, Frederick McCubbin, Arthur Streeton and the like. There is also an impressive indigenous collection and a great contemporary collection. It is well worth a visit.

Went to see the Heath Ledger exhibition which was brilliant.
We were stopped by security saying we couldn't wear backpacks but if we took one shoulder strap off that was ok!? So that's what we did. The building which didn't look much from the outside was actually quite airy and spacious despite the amount of visitors in the space. Well layed out. Great gift shop too.

Unique collection of art and well organised place. The interior deco is well taken care too.

There are rare places one can be entertained without spending money, this was a pleasant and satisfying surprise.

It's a good city gallery, with a range of interesting exhibitions throughout the year.

I always enjoy the gallery they change all the time. It's worth a visit if you enjoy art.

Fabulous place and the Corsini paintings were a dream. Good facilities close by for a coffee and lunch.

Beautiful gallery, free entry, amazing views of the city

Exceptional collection of indigenous art as well as modern collections. A stunning example of brutalist concrete architecture reminiscent of the National Theatre or Barbican in London where I'm from. If you're in Perth for longer than a day, you must visit. Staff are very helpful, even the security guard seemed very knowledgeable and proud of the gallery!

Always worth a visit! Visited today to see the rise of sneaker culture exhibition. Free entry to the gallery although sometimes visiting exhibitions have an entry fee. Lots to see and much of it is very relevant to WA. Usually have some kids activities - today the craft was part of the sneaker exhibition. Staff are always friendly and helpful. Great gallery shop near the entrance.

For a city that isn't exactly famed for its culture, the Art Gallery of Western Australia is a haven of the arts. A good collection including a lot of visiting art that have also seen over on the east cost. Well worth checking out.

Really good collection. Well curated. Make sure you visit the centenary gallery.

Really enjoyed the big gallery with all the classics in it. Shearing the rams etc. There were a lot i hadn't seen before. The whoie gallery is looking good.

Interconnected with the building next door, beautiful interior, classy classic

Allways enjoy visiting the Art Gallery of WA it house's some beautiful work from some of my favorite sculptures and artists

A space where dozens of paintings and modern works of the 18th century coexist.
Plastic garbage bags are also sublimated into works of art.
I saw many admirable works.
There were some works that were difficult to understand, but there were many works that I generally wanted.
Especially Tom Malone's work completely fascinated me.
A space where dozens of 18th century paintings and contemporary works coexist.
Plastic garbage bags are also sublimated into works of art.
I saw a lot of admirable works.
There were some works with high difficulty that I didn't understand, but there were also many works that I generally wanted.
Especially, Malone's work totally fascinated me.

Great restaurant at least, didnt get to check out the art gallery itself though

I thought it was great, nothing cost, you would only have had to pay admission for a special exhibition. The normal exhibition is enough. Many exhibits impressive, especially for me: Aboriginal artist Julie .... own room

Free entrance . Some good artefacts from arborigenal art but rest rather disappointing

came here to see the indigenous exhibition, it was really cool! loved it!

he gallery is full of nook and crannies of local, Australian and International that is switch around as they have more art than they have more art than hanging space. They have many touring art display at modest prices. The gallery doesn't charge an entry fee but encourages a donation if you can afford it.
Perfect place to go on a rainy cool day or on the hot days of summer. it is open most days of the year

The Art Gallery, founded on 31 July 1895, was opened by Sir Alexander Onslow. The foundation stone for the Beaufort Street wing of the Museum and Gallery was laid on 24 July 1901 by HRH the Duke of Cornwall and York (later King George V).

The Art Gallery Act 1959 gave control of the Western Australian Art Gallery to a Board of Trustees appointed by the Governor of Western Australia. This ended a joint institution known collectively as the Public Gallery, Museum and Art Gallery. In 1978 the Gallery was renamed the Art Gallery of Western Australia and a new building, designed by architect Charles Sierakowski, opened on 2 October 1979.

The main gallery is a unique modernist building, designed around 120 degree angles and modular wall lengths of 7, 14 and 21 metres. Its central features are a cast concrete spiral staircase and vistas between and across the nine gallery spaces that use the 120 degree angles to stimulate peripheral vision. The building was inspired by the pavilions and courtyards of the Museum of Anthropology in Mexico City.

THE CENTENARY GALLERIES
Formerly the Perth Police Courts, the building was restored and opened in 1995 to house historical art, featuring displays of many of the State Art Collection s 19th and 20th century paintings and decorative arts. Built during the Gold Rush, the building itself reflects a late nineteenth century interpretation of the French Regency style, incorporating a mansard roof, which was unusual in Perth architecture of the period.

Great gallery. Excellent examples of Australian art but could do with more aboriginal art. Excellent online resources for education too.

I'ne been here a number of times as they have resident collections and visiting ones.
The new one this visit was about Brutalistc art of which the building itself is a fine example.
There are specialist guided tours you can sign up for or just mooch at your own pace as I do.
There are nany outstanding pieces on display, I visit most times I come over from the UK.

Very good display of art. Seen enjoyed our visit there

As usual with most Co3 productions it is hard-hitting and physically gruelling for the dancers. Well in my opinion anyway. This is the second production i have attended & i thoroughly enjoyed it. Can't wait for the Q & A on Saturday for the Final Production.

Great place. Staff are helpful and knowledgeable. We take our kids, 7 10 and 13, quite regularly as a wind down from the CBD.

Lots of empty spaces at the moment and the building is unclean

Lovely gallery, nicely spaced out, friendly security people!

I listened with interest to the A.B.C. radio interview regarding your robot tour guide. A charming gimmick and children will love it, but why oh why must she have an American accent? Already our children are exposed to far too much Americana on T.V. and our own way of speaking is being lost. Cultural differences make the world a more interesting place.

Today went on a School excursion. Looks Some Photos Of the Art & sculpture. For my School Work that I'm Doing. Love All the Art Work & sculpture design. Pre Good Straight Off the Bat

Went to see the exhibition on Kimberly art and European works. A great place to wile away a few hours and get a coffee next door. Highly recommended.

Beautiful and peaceful gallery to wander around and excite the senses

Always a thoughtful experience, prepare to be intellectually challenged.

I haven't personally been to this museum, however my parents, both of whom are deaf were recently in Australia visiting friends. During their visit they had frequented many of the museums within the Perth area but have told me that their experience during their trip here was less than satisfactory.

I have been told by them both that while sitting down and nearly falling asleep, my dad was asked to leave without reason, while one of his friends had actually fallen asleep next to him. My Dad is no trouble maker, he is a quiet man as a result of his lack of hearing however he has always been someone to enjoy visual art and history of other cultures, always being respectful as this is within his nature.

My mum was unaware of the situation until she text him after being unable to find him in the museum. When she found out what had happened and still both of them were unaware of any reason as to why my dad had been asked to leave, My Dad was too embarrassed and refused to let my Mum complain as he did not want any further trouble.

I find it appalling that a museum that displays the work of people oppressed by a society would have the gall to ask a deaf man to leave without reasoning.

I wish to also let anyone know who reads this review that this is not based on the work displayed within the museum but on the customer service of the staff and/or security who asked my Dad to leave without reason.

Interesting gallery with a variety of pieces from different eras and countries. I really enjoyed some of the early works depicting the Western Australian landscapes, as well as some of the more contemporary works. Definitely worth a visit when exploring Perth.

We went to see the Black Swan portraiture exhibition. Very impressive. The gallery has a lot on offer at the moment.

Clean, comfy and kids friendly. A good place for family.

It has a variety of art! I really enjoyed the botanical gallery the most! Spectacular pieces!

The space is interesting and the staff extremely nice and helpful, but i was not blown away by the main collection. Small gift shop has a pretty selection. Love the herb garden in the space opposite the main entrance.

Great art gallery. Loved the pieces they had there. The shop should have prints for sale of the works they have in the exhibitions for improvement.

Free entry was appreciated and the content was excellent. Me and my two pre teen children loved it as a get away from the busy city streets

Great place to spend a lazy morning, or a hot afternoon

Free entry and they have bathrooms. Lots of different artwork to look at with different styles. I recommend it for a walk through.

Love the art! Shame there's not more for littlies to do here while they are inspired by all the wonderdul art around them...