Below is a list of the top and leading Art Galleries in Wellington. To help you find the best Art Galleries located near you in Wellington, we put together our own list based on this rating points list.
Wellington’s Best Art Galleries:
The top rated Art Galleries in Wellington are:
- City Gallery Wellington – presents local and international artworks
- Adam Art Gallery – home to limited edition art pieces
- Enjoy Contemporary Art Space – provides learning sessions to aspiring artists
- The New Zealand Portrait Gallery – features a portraiture-dominated world
- Pataka Art + Museum – with a collection of masterpieces from talented artists
City Gallery Wellington
City Gallery Wellington hosts regular exhibitions and art events aimed to promote local and international artistry to the public. It is a contemporary art gallery located in the capital city of New Zealand presenting amazing art pieces and collections available for public viewing. They have a world-class reputation for hosting impressive collections and programs that made them a favourite of collectors and artists. City Gallery seeks to capture the artistic soul in every individual and motivate their mind and spirits. Every first Thursday of the month is scheduled for Tuatara Open Lates, a night of art exhibitions combined with good food, wine and beer.
Products/Services:
Art Exhibitions, Film Screenings, Talks, Performances, Art Tours
LOCATION:
Address: Te Ngākau Civic Square, Wellington 6011
Phone: (449) 139-032
Website: www.citygallery.org.nz
REVIEWS:
“Lovely space with a nice gift shop and cafe adjoined. The exhibition had some interesting, thought-provoking pieces. Very helpful and kind staff. Large area out to sit and enjoy the sunshine too.” –Harriet Thea
Adam Art Gallery
Adam Art Gallery is based in Wellington, New Zealand offering limited edition artworks that help fuel its operations. One of them is their recent collection from Dane Mitchell. A popular event happening at the art gallery is the “Yes Tomorrow” sculpture exhibit. These are set of masterpieces by US-based New Zealand artist Kate Newby. Kate follows the long list of world-class art exhibits hosted by Adam Art Gallery in the past. The list includes Simon Denny and Kim Pieters in 2014, Ruth Buchanan in 2016, Luke Willis Thompson for the year 2018 and Edith Amituanai in 2019.
Products/Services:
Art Works, Exhibitions, Art Shop
LOCATION:
Address: Gate 3, Victoria University, Kelburn Parade, Wellington 6012
Phone: (444) 635-229
Website: www.adamartgallery.org.nz
REVIEWS:
“Excellent art and facilities. The uniqueness of the exhibitions, in particular the Dane Mitchell exhibit, made this gallery stand out from others across Wellington. The uniqueness of the gallery is the reason I will continue to go back.” –John Franklin
Enjoy Contemporary Art Space
Enjoy Contemporary Art Space funds events, exhibitions, publishing and even the accommodation of artists as part of its commitment to promote and uplift contemporary art. The art gallery is situated in Wellington, New Zealand and operates as a non-profit organization. It was formally opened to the public in 2000 and provides a lovely space where one can enjoy and explore various art forms without any cost. They also offer learning opportunities to new artists, curators and writers. Running from February to April is Bena Jackson and Teresa Collins’ “Now On” exhibition. The exhibition features discarded goods transformed into interesting sculptures.
Products/Services:
Exhibitions, Journal, Talks, Workshop
LOCATION:
Address: 211 Left Bank, Te Aro, Wellington 6011
Phone: (443) 840-174
Website: www.enjoy.org.nz
REVIEWS:
“Highly recommended if you are interested in contemporary art by local and NZ artists. Really interesting space doing great things.” –Laura Duffy
The New Zealand Portrait Gallery
The New Zealand Portrait Gallery lets guests witness a beautiful artistic journey featuring incredible portraits. The art gallery can be found in the capital city of New Zealand displaying awe-inspiring and amazing images and photographs of various subjects. Portraits of Power/Portraits as Power and Kākahi by Peter and Sara McIntyre are just some of the lined up events at the gallery. The portraits of power/portraits as power intrigue viewers with its concept focusing on portraits ability to shape power. Meanwhile, Kākahi is a combination of artworks and photographs of the father and daughter tandem of Peter and Sara McIntyre.
Products/Services:
Paintings, Book Signing, Workshop, Curator Talks
LOCATION:
Address: Shed 11/60 Lady Elizabeth Lane, Pipitea, Wellington 6011
Phone: (444) 722-298
Website: www.nzportraitgallery.org.nz
REVIEWS:
“Excellent Peter McIntyre exhibition on until 16 May 2021. Lovely gallery; always has interesting exhibitions.” –Rachel Ridley
Pataka Art + Museum
Pataka Art + Museum is based in the cultural area of Porirua in Wellington, New Zealand close to the Te Rauparaha Arena and Swimming Pools. It is a lovely space functioning as a museum and contemporary art gallery. Free parking spaces are provided as well as public meeting rooms and performance areas open for venue hire. Pataka Art + Museum maintains an atmosphere where cultures, age, gender, ethnicities and skills exist in harmony. It was mainly established to promote Aotearoa, Māori, and Pacific culture.
Products/Services:
Primary, Secondary & Tertiary Programmes, Specialist Education Staff, Contemporary Art & Social History Exhibitions, Local Heritage Programmes, Gallery Tours
LOCATION:
Address: 17 Parumoana Street, Porirua City Centre, Porirua 5022
Phone: (442) 371-511
Website: www.pataka.org.nz
REVIEWS:
“Best little art gallery/ museum on the Coast in the lovely city of Porirua where the People make the place special and the Council knows what they are doing. This place works.” –Justin Strik
