Art Galleries – High Country
Art lovers should make a point of visiting the Benalla Regional Art Gallery, which is internationally recognised for its fine collection of Australian art and is considered one of Victoria's most important regional galleries. For a permanent reminder of your stay, visit one of the many commercial galleries in and around thr town of Beechworth to buy original fine art and craft. If you are in the region in autumn, don't miss the acclaimed National Autumn Art Exhibition at the Bright Art Gallery and Cultural Centre.
Exhibition Galleries:
Benalla Regional Art Gallery
Benalla Regional Art Gallery has a fine collection of artworks on display and is a venue for national and international touring exhibitions. Don't miss Sidney Nolan's magnificent 'Glenrowan' tapestry, which depicts the capture of Australia's most infamous bushranger Ned Kelly.
Bridge Street, Benalla
Ph 03 5762 3027
Bright Art Gallery and Cultural Centre
Bright Art Gallery and Cultural Centre is home to the highly acclaimed National Autumn Art Exhibition. The exhibition opens at Easter and runs for six weeks with over 800 paintings on display. You can also visit to see the permanent collection of over 200 paintings, porcelain, designer glass and sculpture.
28 Mountbatten Avenue, Bright
Ph 03 5750 1660
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Originally built in 1861 as an Ironmongers shop, this two storey gallery is now Victoria's leading pottery shop and gallery with extensive exhibitions of art ceramics and wall art works.
56 Ford Street, Beechworth
Ph 03 5728 2636
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