Newcastle Art Gallery Society

Since its foundation in 1969, the Art Gallery Society has played an integral part in Newcastle’s cultural life. Membership of the Society provides access to the city’s renowned collection of art and vibrant exhibition program. The Society hosts events to raise funds to support the Art Gallery in acquiring works of art for the collection. Membership is open to everyone and is an excellent way of enhancing your Art Gallery experience.

To review a current list of Gallery Society events, go to the Events Calendar page.

Become a Member

The Art Gallery Society offers a range of membership options. Gift Membership is an ideal way to introduce family and friends to the world of art.

To become a member, download a printable copy here.

Once your form is completed, scan it and email it to: newcastleartgallerysociety@gmail.com or mail to: Newcastle Art Gallery Society PO Box 1727 Newcastle NSW 2300

Membership Benefits

Invitations to exclusive previews, exhibitions and special events
Subscription to ARTEMIS magazine an informative digest of exhibitions, acquisitions and people involved in the visual arts
Regular emailed DIARY REMINDERS
10% discount at the Gallery Shop when membership card displayed
Complimentary express entry for exhibition openings
Discounts on tours, lectures and special events
Reciprocal rights with some state galleries

Donations

Elton Wirri, Western Aranda/Luritja/Pintupi people, Ellery Creek Gorge, 2009, watercolour on paper, Gift of the Newcastle Gallery Society 2009Newcastle Art Gallery, Australia

Art Gallery Society Contact Details

Email: newcastleartgallerysociety@gmail.com
Phone: 02 4974 5123 (Voicemail)
Mail: PO Box 1727
Newcastle NSW 2300

Art Gallery Society Committee

President: Prue Viggers OAM
Vice President: Helen De Bruyn
Secretary/Public Officer: Gael Davies OAM
Treasurer: Therese Wildschut
Membership Secretary: Helen Dark
Committee: Lesley Crimmings, Peter Frost, Peter Hall, Deborah Skillen, Marilyn Bayley Sainsbury (resignation July 2024)
Ex Officio: Lauretta Morton OAM (Director, Newcastle Art Gallery)

Privacy Statement:

Newcastle Art Gallery Society is obliged and committed to protecting the privacy of its members. It takes reasonable steps to comply with all relevant legislation. The personal information collected is destroyed immediately after processing. Membership information can be checked for accuracy by contacting: gallerysociety@ncc.nsw.gov.au

Image: John FIRTH-SMITH Rocks, sea and thing 1981 oil on canvas 152.4 x 182.7cm Gift of the Newcastle Gallery Society 1982 Newcastle Art Gallery collection Courtesy the artist