Description
Established in 1887, Bendigo Art Gallery is Australia's largest, and one of its oldest regional art galleries.
Bendigo Art Gallery is one of the oldest and largest regional galleries in Australia, established in 1887. Bendigo Art Gallery's collection is extensive, with an emphasis on 19th century European art and Australian art from the 1800's, alongside a strong collection of contemporary Australian art. The collection includes painting, sculpture, ceramics, decorative arts, photography, works on paper, and Australian art, including work by artists such as Patricia Piccinini, Bill Henson, Dale Frank, Jan Nelson, Fiona Hall, Emily Kame Kngwarreye, Kit Webster, and Ben Armstrong.
Over the last decade, Bendigo Art Gallery has cemented its reputation for presenting innovative international exhibitions alongside a dynamic and varied suite of public programs and events. Bendigo Art Gallery attracts a diverse audience from metropolitan Melbourne, and from across Victoria and Australia.
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Opening hours
Open 10am - 5pm Tues-Sun including public holidays (closed Christmas Day). Open 10am - 5pm seven days a week during major exhibitions.
Entry by donation. Tours of the permanent collection daily at 2pm.
Wheelchair access available, please request via reception 03 5434 6088.
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facebook.comarbor temporis momentum ends February 18 Louiseann King. arbor temporis momentum - flore 2017. bronze, mirrors, convex mirrors, convex glass, glass, fire-scorched early Australian kauri pine table, pressed acacia mearnsii, vintage milk-glass jars. Image courtesy of the artist. Photo: Danny Wootton
This painting depicts Bendigo's first parliamentary election, held at the Criterion Hotel in 1855. The Criterion Hotel was the first significant hotel in Bendigo with the entire top floor dedicated to a theatre and ballroom. Prior to the erection of public buildings, hotels were frequently utilised as sites for public meetings, land sales and even autopsies and inquests. By 1871 Bendigo had a population of 20,000 people and council records show an astonishing 91 licences publicans, 114 beer sellers and eight breweries. Theodore King, The First Parliamentary Election, Bendigo 1855, oil on canvas. Collection of Bendigo Art Gallery. Gift of Mr JS Dethridge, 1894.
Yes we are open tomorrow, 26 January. Currently at the Gallery : Going Solo exhibition by Louiseann King, arbor temporis momentum. Gallery 4 has an Australian Modernist hang with names like Whiteley, Cossington Smith, Blackman, Boyd, Fairweather, Drysdale amongst other greats. Bolton Court has a great Bendigo historical focus. Also see cotemporary and historical works from our permanent collection.
We don't want to brag however our MARIMEKKO exhibition is number 3 on the The Design Files 10 Unmissable Art Exhibitions of 2018 list.
Bendigo Artists Inc with the support of Bendigo Art Gallery will offer clothed figure drawing sessions at the Gallery. Adults and children are invited to drop in and draw any time between 1pm and 4pm. Artists will be on hand to guide and encourage those taking part. Ever since the first works of art were crudely painted onto the walls of caves in pre-historical times, humans have been fascinated by depictions of the human form. And this fascination with the human form has continued throughout recorded history right up to the present day. Dry media only, no charcoal or pastel. Free.
Bendigo Artists Inc with the support of Bendigo Art Gallery will offer clothed figure drawing sessions at the Gallery. Adults and children are invited to drop in and draw any time between 1pm and 4pm. Artists will be on hand to guide and encourage those taking part. Ever since the first works of art were crudely painted onto the walls of caves in pre-historical times, humans have been fascinated by depictions of the human form. And this fascination with the human form has continued throughout recorded history right up to the present day. Dry media only, no charcoal or pastel. Free.
Bendigo Artists Inc.with the support of Bendigo Art Gallery will offer clothed figure drawing sessions at the Gallery. Adults and children are invited to drop in and draw any time between 1pm and 4pm. Artists will be on hand to guide and encourage those taking part. Ever since the first works of art were crudely painted onto the walls of caves in pre-historical times, humans have been fascinated by depictions of the human form. And this fascination with the human form has continued throughout recorded history right up to the present day. Dry media only, no charcoal or pastel. Other sessions: Saturday 14 April & 14 July, 1pm – 4pm Free.
Parents and little ones are invited to come along for Gallery Giggles – a short session of stories, songs and a taste of art for children aged up to 5 years. Mums, dads and carers do need to stay and enjoy the fun! Held on the first Thursday of every month during the school term. Bookings essential, 03 5434 6088. Free.
Parents and little ones are invited to come along for Gallery Giggles – a short session of stories, songs and a taste of art for children aged up to 5 years. Mums, dads and carers do need to stay and enjoy the fun! Held on the first Thursday of every month during the school term. Bookings essential, 03 5434 6088. Free.
Parents and little ones are invited to come along for Gallery Giggles – a short session of stories, songs and a taste of art for children aged up to 5 years. Mums, dads and carers do need to stay and enjoy the fun! Held on the first Thursday of every month during the school term. Bookings essential, 03 5434 6088. Free.
Parents and little ones are invited to come along for Gallery Giggles – a short session of stories, songs and a taste of art for children aged up to 5 years. Mums, dads and carers do need to stay and enjoy the fun! Held on the first Thursday of every month during the school term. Bookings essential, 03 5434 6088. Free.
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