FAQs

No - the Gallery is free for everyone to enjoy! We also offer free guided tours, artist talks, and other events.

Some workshops do have a cost.

Only trained Guide Dogs and other registered assistance animals are allowed in the Gallery.

Yes, you can bring your pram into the Gallery.

We also have lift access to most levels so people with prams can visit our different Gallery spaces.

Please make sure your pram is always supervised and controlled by an adult.

Yes, we have a range of accessible facilities available.

Head to our Accessibility and Support page for more information.

Yes. We have an accessible entrance ramp and lift access is available to most levels of the building.

We also have a wheelchair you're welcome to use while in the Gallery. Please ask our front desk staff to use the Gallery's wheelchair.

Contact us to discuss anything you need to make your visit a safe and memorable one.

We have a variety of spaces and our exhibitions change regularly throughout the year.

There are multiple exhibitions on display at any time, and they will typically show for a few months.

Check out our Exhibitions page for more details about our current and upcoming exhibitions.

No. To show respect and avoid damage, we ask that you do not touch the works on display.

Please help keep us artworks in great condition for years to come by admiring them from afar.

In some cases, there may be interactive artworks for visitors to enjoy. There will be clear signs in place to let you know how to interact with the piece.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to talk to one of our friendly Gallery staff.

No. You must not bring food or drink into the Gallery, as they may damage the artworks.

We do serve food and drink at exhibition openings and some events.

We serve wine at most exhibition openings and some events, but visitors must not bring their own alcohol into the Gallery.

Vaping or smoking are not allowed at any time while you're at the Gallery. Any visitors doing this will be asked to leave.

Visitors can take photos or video of our Gallery spaces or the artworks on display unless there is a sign in place that says otherwise. This is allowed for personal use only.

If you want to take photos for events or commercial purposes, different rules and applications apply. Please see the question 'Is professional or commercial filming and photography allowed?' below for more information.

You can book to have your wedding ceremony and / or reception at the Gallery, which includes photography and filming permissions.

You cannot use the Gallery for a photography shoot without an approved venue hire application.

Please visit our Wedding Ceremonies page for more details.

Professional or commercial filming and photography is only allowed with prior approval.

Please contact Council's Events team to discuss your proposed shoot. You will also need to submit a Filming and Photography application.

Yes, and we would love to be part of your special day! You can book to have your wedding reception at the Gallery.

Please visit our Wedding Ceremonies page for more details.

Yes, you can! From weddings to cocktail events or business meetings, we’re happy to help you organise your next event at the Gallery.

Explore our venue hire options on the Hold an Event page.

Yes, the Gallery can be hired for events outside our normal hours.

Please note that additional fees apply for after-hours events. See our Venue Hire page for more details.

Yes, we do!

We offer a few types of tours. Some require bookings, but others don't.

• Public tours and floor talks often don't require bookings, and are usually free to attend. Check our Events Calendar for any upcoming public tours you can join. Note, the calendar listing will tell you if you need to book, or if any costs apply.
• Group tours (eg schools or community groups) must be booked in advance. Please contact us to make a booking enquiry, or see our Group Visits and Tours page for more information.
• Self-guided tour sheets or exhibition worksheets may be available for some exhibitions. These are usually designed for schools, but can often be used by other groups as well. Check our Education Resources page or contact us to learn more.

We have a range of tours for different groups and ages.

For tours that are open to the public, details of any age or audience restrictions will be noted in our Events calendar.

You can also explore our Group Visits and Tours page for more information about customised tours for most age groups, from early childhood through to older people.

Yes, we can arrange private tours for a range of groups and requirements.

Please see our Group Visits and Tours page or contact us for more information.

You must submit an exhibition proposal which will be considered by the Wollongong Art Gallery Program Committe.

Visit our Apply to Exhibit page for more information.

We have a maximum of 20 exhibitions each year.