The Gallery’s current site will close to the public on Sunday, September 28 for the Benalla Art Gallery Redevelopment project.
Planning is well under way for a temporary pop-up gallery site at 75 Bridge St East, which is anticipated to launch in mid-November.
The space will support the Benalla Art Gallery’s ongoing commitment to delivering quality exhibitions and community-focused programs.
The temporary site will feature a dedicated gallery space, providing a flexible and engaging environment to continue showcasing significant works.
The Benalla Art Gallery Shop will also continue to operate from this new, central location, offering its full program of shopbased exhibitions by artists from northeast Victoria and maintaining its valued partnership with Arts Project Australia.
Benalla Mayor Bernie Hearn said the pop-up gallery would give the community continued access to quality exhibitions while Gallery facilities are upgraded. This pop-up gallery location will support further activation of the CBD.
“We are proud of the Benalla Art Gallery and the important role it plays within our community,” Cr Hearn said.
“During the redevelopment, a pop-up gallery in the Main Street will give Gallery access to a wider audience.
“While works are under way at the main Gallery site, the pop-up gallery will give people a central place to keep enjoying the Benalla Art Gallery’s incredible collection.
The Benalla Art Gallery Redevelopment is being delivered with support from state and federal funding.
The Benalla Art Gallery has received $3 million from the Victorian Government and $2.965 million from the Federal Government.
More information about the gallery’s temporary pop-up space will be shared over the coming weeks.
For more information on the redevelopment, visit benalla.vic.gov.au/