Devonport Regional Gallery — Attraction in Devonport

The Devonport Regional Gallery evolved from the inception of The Little Gallery, which was founded by Jean Thomas as a private enterprise in 1966.

Jean Thomas' vision for the Gallery was as a centre for community arts and activities. Her aim was to promote Tasmanian artists and to provide an impartial program of appreciation with the inclusion of national and international exhibitions. She developed a complimentary project in the display and sale of fine wool, and woven and knitted products made by local craftswomen which not only helped support the gallery financially, but also promoted the recognition of one of Tasmania's primary industries. The Little Gallery was situated in a weatherboard building behind the Baptist Church in Stewart Street, which is now home to the Devonport Regional Gallery.

The Baptist Church was built in 1904 and was designed and constructed by Stephen Priest Senior and Stephen Priest Junior. In 1969 when the church moved to other premises, the building incorporated the Devonport Library until 1983, when it became the designated site for the Devonport Gallery and Arts Centre. In 2004 the Gallery underwent refurbishment including new gallery walls and floor and in 2012 a purpose built facility was completed to provide the safe housing and display of the Gallery's Permanent Collection.

The Gallery presents an annual program of exhibitions, education and public programs including events and workshops. In keeping with Jean Thomas' vision, the Gallery collects and promotes Tasmanian art, craft and design and runs an Emerging artist program to support local and state-wide artists. The program showcases emerging artist's work in The Little Gallery, which is an annex to the Main Gallery.

The Gallery is supported by the Devonport City Council, Arts Tasmania, Special Committee, Friends of the Gallery and the Gallery's young member's committee The DROOGS. Other funding is received through the Australian Governments Deductible Gift...

Moon in a Dew Drop - Lindy Lee

What a spectacular space to have art showcased in a historic building right downtown in Devonport.

Note to enter the building it’s along the side pathway and not from the front, although it looks like the front entrance will be open soon.

Incredible to have the work of Australian Lindy Lee brought to Tasmania for us to enjoy. She creates with a running theme of time and space, a fun exploration that I’ve enjoyed thinking about even after leaving.

I appreciated the interpretation that goes along with most pieces, as I like to understand what the artist was feeling or thinking when they were creating beyond just the physical manifestation of the art I’m viewing.

There are 3 galleries: one downstairs and two more upstairs or by elevator.

An awesome cultural experience that is free and easy to access.

Also the visitor’s centre is a part of it and there are some art and local related gifts on offer to purchase as well.

Highly recommend and will surely...

I didn't go to the gallery to look at a display (so reviewing the gallery itself isn't a thing) I went to its theatre to watch a live show, "Ring of Fire," that I quite enjoyed. A small ensemble of very good...