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J
4 years ago

Excellent Art Gallery. Fi est art on display. Ve...

Excellent Art Gallery. Fi est art on display. Very modern building fine Architecture, not really my taste but magnificent in it's own way. Lots of glass magnificent stairs Gallery spaces top notch. Some magnificent Canterbury Art hangs there such as Bill Suttons work but it also covers a range of times with excellent examples. Give yourself plenty of time here.

R
4 years ago

The building is very nice. The exhibitions are ave...

The building is very nice. The exhibitions are average to less than average. Seems too few objects to fill the space available. I do not appreciate flaky modern "art" which, to me, is fake.

A
4 years ago

Brilliant place to visit.

Brilliant place to visit.
Easy access to all areas.
Helpful staff.
Stacy.
Quiet.
Good info leaflets.

L
4 years ago

Definitely a place to visit while you are in Chris...

Definitely a place to visit while you are in Christchurch. Very friendly and helpful staff and interesting exhibitions. It is nice to see there Maori art too. They have something like interactive corners, where you can make art or play some board games. Bonus point - it is for free.

E
4 years ago

Ok

S
4 years ago

An excellent collection. Lots of variety and inter...

An excellent collection. Lots of variety and interesting exhibitions put together by the curators.

I particularly enjoyed the "Bad Hair Day" exhibition which brought together different modern and classic works in very clever ways.

H
4 years ago

Good place too visit with family and friends. The ...

Good place too visit with family and friends. The problem is that there is not a restaurant inside but a lot of them in the surrounding. Free Wi-Fi and restrooms. Wheelchair access. It have an information desk with guide maps and you can live your bags or staff there so you dont have to carry all your day inside the building.

C
4 years ago

Loved it! Super varied, different art history peri...

Loved it! Super varied, different art history periods. Mixture of classic art and contemporary art. The building is beautiful. I especially enjoyed the 1st floor constant exhibition with the various painters from New Zealand.

K
4 years ago

Nice gallery featuring lots of local artists. Dece...

Nice gallery featuring lots of local artists. Decently small size shouldn't take you more than 90min to see the whole thing through. Some older paintings as well as modern art. Were treated to a surprise concert by the city concert band in the lobby while we were there. Parking is cheap and no ticket to enter:)

M
4 years ago

Always an awesome experience. The ground floor has...

Always an awesome experience. The ground floor has a large table with educational toys for kids, just in case they get bored. Photos in the galleries are usually fine so long as you don't infringe an artist's copyright, and the gallery itself is exceptional. Donations in the main foyer are invited, but don't worry if you don't have cash on you. There's an EFTPOS machine as well.

About Christchurch Art Gallery

Christchurch Art Gallery is a renowned public art collection located in the heart of Christchurch, New Zealand. The gallery is home to one of the most significant collections of contemporary and modern art in Aotearoa New Zealand. With its impressive collection, the gallery has become a hub for artists, art enthusiasts, and tourists alike.

The gallery's mission is to inspire creativity and promote artistic expression by showcasing works from both established and emerging artists. The collection includes paintings, sculptures, photographs, installations, and other forms of visual arts that reflect the diversity of contemporary art.

Visitors can explore the gallery's extensive collection during its daily opening hours from 10 am to 5 pm. On Wednesdays, visitors can enjoy late-night access until 9 pm. The admission fee is affordable for everyone with free entry for children under 12 years old.

The Christchurch Art Gallery has an impressive history dating back to its establishment in 2003 after relocating from its original location on Worcester Boulevard due to earthquake damage. Since then, it has undergone several renovations that have transformed it into a world-class facility with state-of-the-art exhibition spaces.

One unique feature of this gallery is its commitment to engaging with local communities through various outreach programs such as workshops for schools and community groups. These programs aim at promoting creativity among young people while also fostering an appreciation for contemporary art.

In addition to showcasing local talent through exhibitions curated by their team members or guest curators from around the world; they also host events like artist talks or panel discussions where visitors can interact with artists directly.

The Christchurch Art Gallery website provides detailed information about upcoming exhibitions as well as past shows so that visitors can plan their visit accordingly. They also offer online resources such as virtual tours or podcasts that allow people who cannot visit physically still experience some aspects of what makes this institution so special.

In conclusion, if you are looking for an enriching cultural experience in Christchurch city center; look no further than the Christchurch Art Gallery! With its diverse range of artworks on display year-round coupled with engaging outreach programs aimed at promoting creativity among young people - there truly is something here for everyone!