Australian Galleries is a contemporary art gallery at 35 Derby Street in Collingwood, Melbourne. Its exhibitions bring together work by established Australian artists and emerging artists, with more than one artist often on display at a time. Check the current exhibitions, then head upstairs to the open stockroom, where works are available to explore. Exhibition openings add a chance to see the gallery with other art enthusiasts, and staff can help you learn more about the works on view.
Exhibitions by Australian artists
Australian Galleries is a commercial gallery in Collingwood that presents contemporary art by Australian artists, including established names and emerging practitioners. Its program can include several artists at once, so you can see different approaches in a single visit.
Exhibitions have included Rodney Forbes’s Reasons to be cheerful and Chris Ingham’s Cosmopolitan Kooks, as well as a Prelude show featuring work by 80 emerging artists. The program changes, so check what is currently on view before planning around a particular artist or exhibition.
The upstairs stockroom
The gallery has an open stockroom upstairs, with a large selection of artworks to browse beyond the exhibition spaces. Leave time to explore it as well as the current shows. Staff can answer questions about the works on display.
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Where is Australian Galleries in Melbourne?
It is at 35 Derby Street in Collingwood.
What kind of art is shown at Australian Galleries?
The gallery presents contemporary Australian art by established artists and emerging practitioners.
Is there more to see upstairs?
Yes. The gallery has an open stockroom upstairs with artworks to explore.
