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Wollongong Art Prize

First lighting up the local art scene in 1956, the Wollongong Art Prize returned in 2025 with a renewed and contemporary vision.

Wollongong Art Prize (Acquisitive) is a national prize, open to all Australian artists. Now reimagined for a new generation, the competition invites submissions from artists working across all mediums. With a strong emphasis on accessibility, inclusivity, and community engagement, the prize seeks to showcase the breadth and vitality of contemporary art practice.

Wollongong Art Prize will return in 2027

Building on the success of the 2025 prize, we are already planning the return of the Wollongong Art Prize in 2027, continuing its celebration of contemporary art practice across Australia.

While the Gallery is temporarily closed for essential building works, our team is working behind the scenes to shape an exciting reopening program, with the Wollongong Art Prize exhibition set to be a key feature of our return.

Further details, including entry dates, prize information and key dates, will be announced in mid 2027.

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Past Exhibitions and Winners

Wollongong Art Prize 2025