About Courthouse Gallery
The Courthouse Gallery + Studio is a contemporary art gallery housed in the heritage-listed 1928 Port Hedland Courhouse at 16 Edgar Street, Port Hedland, Western Australia. Operated by The Junction Co., it is the Pilbara region's principal public gallery, presenting changing exhibitions of contemporary and Aboriginal art, artist-in-residence studios and a gallery shop. The restored building retains original courtroom features and is notable for its historic architecture and cultural role.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a restored heritage courthouse with former courtroom, judge's chambers and verandahs converted into light-filled exhibition spaces. Inside are rotating exhibitions of contemporary art with a strong focus on Pilbara Aboriginal artists, plus working artist studios, a gallery shop selling local artworks and crafts, and interpretive displays about the building's history. The setting is central Port Hedland, within walking distance of the waterfront and town centre, offering a quiet, air-conditioned indoor cultural experience.
Key highlights
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Heritage-listed 1928 courthouse building with original courtroom retained
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Rotating exhibitions of contemporary and Pilbara Aboriginal art
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Artist-in-residence studios with opportunities to meet artists
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Gallery shop featuring locally made artworks, prints and crafts