Project Contemporary Artspace
Highlights
- Showcases diverse local art in a vibrant, artist-run gallery
- Located in central Wollongong with easy access and parking
- Unique industrial space hosting year-round exhibitions and events
Overview
Project Contemporary Artspace is open to the public and has art exhibitions with artworks for sale throughout the year. It is a not-for-profit, artist run initiative operated by a management committee made up of volunteers.
The Gallery was originally opened in 1995 by three local artists who recognised the need for artists of the Illawarra to exhibit and perform new work. Project was also registered as an Incorporated Association in 1995.
Project provides opportunities and support to a diverse range of emerging and existing local artists, gaining them exposure and professional experience.
The management committee and members curate an eclectic program of exhibitions and events throughout the year.
The Gallery is a large, open-plan industrial space in the heart of Wollongong, refurbished with professional hanging systems, lighting and plinths.
The Gallery is wheelchair accessible and has its own car park.
Have a look at their website, Facebook page and Instagram for current and future exhibitions.
Accessibility
A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility
Allows a person's carer free entry into participating venues and events
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
Ask all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Employ people with disability
Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
Have a wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room
Have accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on your website (can be emailed on request)
Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints
Offer multiple options for booking - web, email, phone
Provide assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Train your staff in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges
Train your staff in disability awareness
Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)