About Devonport Regional Gallery
The Devonport Regional Gallery is a public art gallery located within the paranaple arts centre at 145 Rooke Street in central Devonport, north-west Tasmania. Established in 1966, it is operated by the Devonport City Council and presents a changing program of contemporary and historical exhibitions featuring Tasmanian, Australian and international artists. The gallery manages the Devonport City Council Permanent Collection and hosts touring exhibitions, artist talks and community programs, serving as a key cultural venue for the region.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a free public gallery within the paranaple arts centre in central Devonport, with multiple exhibition spaces presenting rotating contemporary art, works from the Devonport City Council Permanent Collection, and national touring exhibitions. The setting is an accessible, modern arts centre with gallery spaces, a shop and visitor facilities. Visitors can view paintings, works on paper, sculpture and new media, attend artist talks and workshops when scheduled, and explore the adjacent paranaple arts centre and central business district.
Key highlights
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Public gallery operated by Devonport City Council within the paranaple arts centre
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Rotating program of contemporary, historical and touring exhibitions
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Devonport City Council Permanent Collection with focus on Tasmanian art and works on paper
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Free admission and centrally located in Devonport CBD on Rooke Street
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Community programs including artist talks, workshops and education activities
History of Devonport Regional Gallery
Established in 1966 by the Devonport City Council, the gallery has developed the Devonport City Council Permanent Collection, with strengths in works on paper and Tasmanian art. It relocated to the paranaple arts centre, which incorporates the former Devonport Post Office and other central buildings, following the centre's redevelopment as the city's cultural precinct.
Culture & Context
The gallery is the major public art gallery for North West Tasmania, supporting Tasmanian and Australian artists, presenting national touring exhibitions, and providing cultural education, community engagement and creative development programs for the Devonport region.