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Christchurch Art Galleries
(Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ)



Christchurch art galleries feature some exceptional collections of artwork in Christchurch, including many outstanding contemporary paintings, traditional paintings and sculptures in various mediums. One of the main art galleries in Christchurch is the recently opened Christchurch Art Gallery (Te Puna o Waiwhetu), which is a magnificent contemporary building in its own right.

The art scene is Christchurch has thrived for more than 100 years and the Christchurch Art Gallery, in central Christchurch, has become one of Christchurch's premier attractions and is highly regarded throughout New Zealand.

Art galleries in Christchurch house a range of paintings by world famous artists and local Christchurch, Canterbury and New Zealand artists, including some truly historic oil paintings and more modern canvases. Here are some of the main art galleries in Christchurch, which are well worth a visit during your stay in the city of Christchurch.





Christchurch Art Galleries: Christchurch Art Gallery (Te Puna o Waiwhetu) - Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8015, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 941 7300
Situated in central Christchurch, on the corner of Worcester Boulevard and Montreal Street, the spectacular Christchurch Art Gallery is one of the city's newest art galleries, constructed in 2003 to replace the Robert McDougall Art Gallery. The Christchurch Art Gallery is without doubt the premier art gallery throughout Canterbury and features numerous art galleries on three separate floors, including Touring Exhibition art galleries, the Borg Henry Gallery, the Ravenscar Gallery for New Zealand Art, the William Sutton Gallery, the Sir Robertson and Lady Stewart Gallery and the Contemporary Collections Gallery.

Housed in a breathtaking building, with striking, modern architecture, other attractions at the Christchurch Art Gallery include a large auditorium area, many temporary exhibitions, a well-stocked gallery shop, a library, a restaurant and a popular community sculpture garden.
Christchurch art gallery open: Thursday to Tuesday - 10:00 to 17:00, Wednesday - 10:00 to 21:00
Christchurch art gallery admission: free

Christchurch Art Galleries: Centre of Contemporary Art (CoCA) - 66 Gloucester Street, City Centre, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8001, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 366 7261
One of the leading modern art galleries in Christchurch, the Centre of Contemporary Art (CoCA) can be found in the city centre. Featuring several separate art galleries, a large permanent collection of contemporary art works - including both paintings and sculptures, and many temporary exhibitions, the Centre of Contemporary Art (CoCA) actively promotes local New Zealand artists.
Christchurch art gallery open: Tuesday to Friday - 11:00 to 17:00, Saturday and Sunday - 12:00 to 16:00
Christchurch art gallery admission: free, donations suggested

Christchurch Art Galleries: Galleria Arts Centre - The Arts Centre, Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8001, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 363 2836
Located in the heart of Christchurch city centre, the Galleria Arts Centre is close to the Christchurch Art Gallery (Te Puna o Waiwhetu). Built in 1874 as part of Canterbury University complex, the Galleria Arts Centre contains a number of different art galleries, studio spaces, restaurants, cafés and handicraft shops. The Galleria Arts Centre has become an extremely important and leading arts and crafts centre in the city.
Christchurch art gallery open: daily - 10:00 to 17:00
Christchurch art gallery admission: free
Some of the most popular art galleries in the Galleria Arts centre include:

• Arts Works - Galleria Arts Centre, Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8001, New Zealand NZ
  Tel: +64 (0)3 363 2836
• Cave Rock Gallery - Galleria Arts Centre, Hereford Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8001, New Zealand NZ
  Tel: +64 (0)3 365 1643
• McDougall Contemporary Art Annex - Galleria Arts Centre, Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ
  Tel: +64 (0)3 365 0915
• Salamander Gallery - Galleria Arts Centre, Hereford Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ
  Tel: +64 (0)3 365 9279
• Te Toi Mana Maori Art Gallery - Galleria Arts Centre, Hereford Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8001, New Zealand NZ
  Tel: +64 (0)3 366 4943
• Visitors Gallery - Galleria Arts Centre, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ
  Tel: +64 (0)3 363 2836
• Woodcraft Gallery - Galleria Arts Centre, 28 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8001, New Zealand NZ
  Tel: +64 (0)3 365 6082

Christchurch Art Galleries: Brooke Gifford Gallery - 112 Manchester Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8001, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 366 5288
Brooke Gifford Gallery is one of the main commercial art galleries in Christchurch and sells a host of different paintings, sculptures, ceramics and prints. With around 20 temporary exhibitions each year, the Brooke Gifford Gallery is always keen to promote local New Zealand artists.
Christchurch art gallery open: Monday to Friday - 11:00 to 17:00, Saturday - 11:00 to 13:30
Christchurch art gallery admission: free

Christchurch Art Galleries: Dobson Bashford Gallery - 112 Peterborough Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 377 2327
Full of excellent examples of contemporary art works, including large paintings, sculptures and colourful prints, the Dobson Bashford Gallery is sited in the centre of Christchurch, with many frequent exhibitions.
Christchurch art gallery open: Tuesday to Friday - 11:00 to 17:00, Saturday - 11:00 to 13:00
Christchurch art gallery admission: free

Christchurch Art Galleries: Fishers Fine Arts - 138 Riccarton Road, Riccarton, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 348 8568
Fishers Fine Arts, in western Christchurch, is one of the most historic commercial art galleries in the city and throughout New Zealand. Containing large gallery spaces and some truly exceptional paintings and sculptures, the Fishers Fine Arts hosts regular temporary exhibitions throughout the year, attracting artists from all over the world.
Christchurch art gallery open: Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 17:00, Saturday - 11:00 to 16:00
Christchurch art gallery admission: free

Christchurch Art Galleries: Jonathan Smart Gallery - 160 High Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8001, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 365 7070
The Jonathan Smart Gallery is a large commercial art gallery, specialising in contemporary and modern art. Exhibiting the work of local Canterbury and New Zealand artists, the Jonathan Smart Gallery can be found in central Christchurch.
Christchurch art gallery open: Wednesday to Friday - 10:30 to 17:00, Saturday - 10:30 to 13:00
Christchurch art gallery admission: free

Christchurch Art Galleries: University of Canterbury School of Fine Arts - School of Fine Arts, University of Canterbury, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8001, New Zealand NZ
Tel: +64 (0)3 364 2159
The University of Canterbury School of Fine Arts is located in western Christchurch and features many outstanding exhibitions by students, which include all kinds of art works in various mediums. With public galleries and an impressive permanent collection of paintings, the University of Canterbury School of Fine Arts is one of the most important art schools in New Zealand.
Christchurch art gallery open: Monday to Friday - 08:00 to 17:00
Christchurch art gallery admission: free


Other popular galleries in and around Christchurch include:

• Artisan's Gallery - 45 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, South Island, 8161, New Zealand NZ
  Tel: +64 (0)3 304 7514
• Arthouse - 292 Montreal Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8001, New Zealand NZ
  Tel: +64 (0)3 366 6029
• Bealey Art Gallery and Picture Framing - 161 Hereford Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8001, New Zealand NZ
  Tel: +64 (0)3 366 7506
• Form Art Gallery - Cathedral Square, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, 8001, New Zealand NZ
  Tel: +64 (0)3 377 1211
• Muse Applied Art - 21 Worcester Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ
  Tel: +64 (0)3 379 0850
• Windsor Gallery - 153-157 High Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand NZ
  Tel: +64 (03) 366 0724

 
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