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Explore diverse art exhibitions and a rich permanent collection at the Gippsland Art Gallery, a cultural gem in the heart of Sale, Victoria.

The Gippsland Art Gallery, located in Sale, Victoria, is a leading regional art gallery established in 1965. Housed in the Wellington Centre at the Port of Sale, it offers a diverse collection and rotating exhibitions with a focus on Gippsland and the natural environment.

A brief summary to Gippsland Art Gallery

  • Monday 9 am-5:30 pm
  • Tuesday 9 am-5:30 pm
  • Wednesday 9 am-5:30 pm
  • Thursday 9 am-5:30 pm
  • Friday 9 am-5:30 pm
  • Saturday 10 am-4 pm
  • Sunday 10 am-4 pm
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Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Gippsland Art Gallery.

  • Check the Gippsland Art Gallery website for current and upcoming exhibitions to align your visit with your interests.
  • Combine your gallery visit with a stop at the Sale Visitor Information Centre, also located in the Wellington Centre, to explore other attractions in the region.
  • Enjoy a coffee or light meal at The Dock Cafe within the gallery complex.

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Getting There

  • Walking

    From the heart of Sale, the Gippsland Art Gallery is easily accessible on foot. Head towards the Port of Sale, and you'll find the Wellington Centre, where the gallery is located. The walk is straightforward and takes approximately 10-15 minutes from most central locations.

  • Public Transport

    If arriving by train at Sale Station, you can catch a bus to the Gippsland Shopping Centre/Cunninghame St. From there, it's a short walk to the Wellington Centre and the Gippsland Art Gallery. The bus journey takes around 5 minutes , and a single fare costs between $1-$9. Alternatively, a taxi from Sale Station to the gallery costs approximately $14-$17 and takes only 2 minutes.

  • Driving

    For those driving, the Gippsland Art Gallery is located at 70 Foster Street, Sale. Parking is available at the rear of the Wellington Centre via Grand Canal Drive. Parking is free.

Discover more about Gippsland Art Gallery

The Gippsland Art Gallery stands as a cornerstone of arts and culture in the Gippsland region. Established in 1965, the gallery has evolved from its humble beginnings as the Sale Regional Arts Centre to become a prominent public gallery hosting around thirty exhibitions annually. These exhibitions showcase a diverse range of local, national, and international artists, encompassing contemporary, modern, and historical works.The gallery's permanent collection comprises over 1,700 artworks, with a focus on art related to Gippsland and the natural environment. The collection includes paintings, sculptures, works on paper, photographs, textiles, metalwork, and woodwork. A dedicated space showcases the work of Sale-based textile artist Annemieke Mein OAM.The Gippsland Art Gallery is located in the Wellington Centre, which also houses the Sale Library and Visitor Information Centre. The gallery's location at the Port of Sale offers visitors views of the waterways and parkland. The gallery also runs the Maffra Exhibition Space as an access space for local artists.In 2018, the gallery underwent a major redevelopment, enhancing the visitor experience with increased exhibition spaces and improved access to the gallery's collection. The redeveloped gallery includes an art reference library, a gallery shop, and The Dock Cafe.

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