Shoalhaven Regional Gallery Nowra is located in central Nowra at 12 Berry Street, Nowra - next door to Shoalhaven Library and opposite Nowra School of Arts. The gallery serves as an exciting artistic hub for the Shoalhaven Region. Each year welcomes a vibrant exhibition program featuring both contemporary and traditional works, a diverse range of touring exhibitions by leading Australian and Shoalhaven artists, Community based exhibitions and works from the Shoalhaven City Art Collection. Exhibitions change every six to eight weeks through four gallery spaces; East, Access, Foyer and Main.
Shoalhaven Regional Gallery prides itself on fostering dynamic Public Programs. It presents art, cultural and community events aimed at audience development, accessibility and education, for the use and enjoyment of the entire community. Our Gallery Shop supports local artists and artisans with an eclectic array of unique gifts. With four spaces available to hire for your business needs and special events we can cater for your event.
The Shoalhaven Regional Gallery is a member of the Regional & Public Galleries Association of NSW and is registered with the Cultural Gifts Program of the Australian Government.
Please visit http://www.shoalhavenregionalgallery.com.au/ for further information.
In 2013, consultants The Shiny Shiny World were engaged to act on Council's behalf to investigate, consult and prepare a strategic plan to 2020. View the Shoalhaven City Arts Centre Strategic Plan 2020 Shoalhaven City Arts Centre Strategic Plan 2020
Call for Proposals - The Terra Within - Commission
‘The TERRA Within’ is a major exhibition, curated by Warwick Keen, to be staged at Shoalhaven Regional Gallery over October and November 2020 as a response to the 250th Anniversary of Cook’s voyage to chart the east coast of Australia. The exhibition will use a range of artworks across all media to explore the themes Impact and Survival. The artworks in the exhibition will be used to address the impacts of the past 250 years of colonisation and to also celebrate the survival of the oldest living culture in the world. The exhibition will seek to explore the differing experiences and perspectives, acknowledge the trauma, bring new and different voices to light and provide a place to celebrate the continuation of culture, knowledge and connection to country.
This ambitious project is integral to the 2020 exhibition program of Shoalhaven Regional Gallery and has the support of the Aboriginal Advisory Committee to Shoalhaven City Council. With a highly respected artist and educator, Warwick Keen, appointed as Curator this exhibition will receive significant attention both within the Shoalhaven and the wider community.
Artwork concept:
The artwork commissioned will be a major part of the exhibition, and therefore should have a strong narrative
with clear visual representation linking to one or both of the themes.
Individual and collaborative works are accepted as are contemporary and / or traditional art forms.
The Gibbon Foundation have provided $10,000 (incl GST) for the creation of this artwork. The commission is acquisitive with the artwork entering the Shoalhaven City Art Collection on conclusion of the exhibition.
The budget should include all materials, freight, artist fees, installation costs and any other associated costs for the production of the work.
Expressions of Interest open on 30 March and close on Tuesday 14 April 2020. A submission form can be downloaded here.
Shoalhaven Arts Board - Arts Practitioners Professional Development Grants - 2020
Applications are now open for a one-off Grants program. Grants from $3,000 up to $10,000 are available to support local artists and build the creative profile of the Shoalhaven. Applications for the grants close on Friday 24 April 2020.. All enquiries to Arts & Culture Manager, Bronwyn Coulston on (02) 4429 5444. Apply here Shoalhaven Arts Board Grant Application Form (professional development $3,000) and Guidelines. A Sense of Place Grant Application (up to $10,000) and Guidelines.
Large Meeting Room
- Capacity approx.25 people
- 6+ mobile tables available
- Room can be configured to your needs
- White board
- Overhead projection screen & data projector
- Air conditioning
- Adjacent kitchen
- Lectern (on request)
- Wifi
Download venue hire form and conditions here:
Shoalhaven Regional Gallery Venue Hire Form and Conditions 2019-2020
Large Meeting Room Hire Fees
Category 1
Non-profit organisation or Arts practitioner |
Per Hour
Full Day (8 hours) |
$21.00
$147.00 |
Category 2
Commercial / Business |
Per Hour
Full Day (8 hours) |
$28.00
$196.00 |
Small Meeting Room (ShoalHub)
ShoalHub is the Gallery's small meeting room - suitable for interviewing, counselling or one-on-one meetings - capacity up to 8 people. Whiteboard and wifi available. Download venue hire form and conditions here:
Shoalhaven Regional Gallery Venue Hire Form & Conditions 2019-2020
ShoalHub (Level 1) Fees & Opening Hours
Non-profit organisation or Arts practitioner rates:
Per Hour
Full Day (8 hours) | $18.75
$130.00 | Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5.00 pm
Saturday, 10:00 am - 2 pm
Other times by arrangement |
Commercial/business rates:Per Hour
Full Day (8 hours) | $25.00
$175.00 | Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5.00 pm
Saturday, 10:00 am - 2.00pm
Other times by arrangement |
Gallery Hire
- Suitable for cocktail or corporate launches, subject to exhibition program
- Lectern and microphone available (on request)
- All works hung by trained professional installation team
- Climate controlled space
- All exhibitions marketed & distributed amongst Gallery & Council's networks
Courtyard
- Shady timber-decked courtyard to enjoy lunch
- Tables & chairs to seat approx. 50
- Featured sculptures
- Adjacent to kitchen and Gallery Shop
- Access to kitchen
Gallery Shop
Handmade items by regional artisans alongside quirky gifts sourced from supplies afar. Artist designed cards, jewellery & goodies. Stock changes every two months.
- Unusual gifts sourced locally and nationally
- Phone payment accepted
Functions / Activities
- Galleries featuring scheduled exhibitions / available for event hire (pending exhibition program)
- Retail shop
- School Holiday Activities
- Public & Educational Programs
- Floor Talks & Exhibition Tours
Volunteers
If you would like to be a volunteer and become active in the arts in our City, there are many tasks and activities in which you can be involved. These include gallery sitter, guide, assisting in hanging exhibitions, newsletter mail-outs and reception duties. Become an Gallery Volunteer (PDF, 50kb) application form (PDF 50kb), or read more about volunteering opportunities with an online form to register your interest.