Accessibility and Support

At the Gallery, we're committed to having an inclusive and accessible place for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy visual art. Through our programs, activities, and facilities, we want everyone to have a safe and memorable experience.

Please call us or talk to our front desk staff and we can let you know how we can support your visit.

Getting around the Gallery

The following features are available at our building:

Accessible entrance ramp
Lift access available to most levels
Accessible toilet on the ground floor (including baby change table)
Wheelchair available on request for people to use while in the Gallery.

Access programs

We're happy to arrange dedicated programs such as tours, talks and workshops to suit people with disability.

Free guided tours of selected exhibitions can be arranged for people with disability by appointment. We can also arrange art programs tailored to meet your needs.

In the past, we have held:

General gallery and exhibition tours
Auslan guided tours
Sensory experiences for people with vision impairment
Workshops for adults and children with disability
Celebration of Ability programs for the International Day of People with Disability
Exhibitions by artists with disability
Music and dramatic performances.

Using our Collection and exhibitions, our Access2Express Program offers students with disability and access requirements a free and fun experience by looking and responding to artworks in a hands-on and practical manner.

This program is targeted to students with special needs who have physical and intellectual disability. Teachers are invited to book your class and take part in this free program.

Details

Cost: Free
When: 10 - 11am, Third Wednesday of every month

Social story

Download our Going to Wollongong Art Gallery Social Story which may help you plan a visit to the Gallery.

Page image: Installation view of Rosie Deacon, Fashion Forest Seduction, 2019, Wollongong Art Gallery