The New Zealand Portrait Gallery
Encounter the stories of Aotearoa New Zealand through portraiture at the New Zealand Portrait Gallery Te Pūkenga Whakaata. With a programme of exhibitions that bring to life New Zealand’s history and cultural identity, celebrates artists, and invite us to reflect on our evolving place in the world.
The New Zealand Portrait Gallery Te Pūkenga Whakaata was founded in 1990 as a charitable trust. We have been in our permanent home in Shed 11 on Wellington’s waterfront since 2010.
The Gallery relies almost exclusively on donations from individuals and organisations to fund for its ongoing work, and on sponsors to fund its annual portrait competitions – the Adam Portraiture Award and the Kiingi Tuheitia Portraiture Award. We would not exist without the hard work and dedication of our many volunteers who serve on our Board of Trustees our committees and as team members.
Monday to Sunday 10.00am - 4.30pm.
Closed Christmas and New Years Day only.
New Zealanders: Free Entry
International Visitors (18+): $10
Quick Links:
https://www.nzportraitgallery.org.nz/donate
https://www.nzportraitgallery.org.nz/become-a-friend
https://www.nzportraitgallery.org.nz/jointheteam
Website: www.nzportraitgallery.org.nz
Instagram: @nzportraitgallery
Facebook: @NewZealandPortraitGallery
Gallery Annex
[27 Brandon Street, Wellington Central]
Our intent is to champion artists by thoughtfully reintroducing artworks from corporate and private collections into the market, encouraging artists ongoing recognition, fair resale value, and lasting legacy.
Monday to Saturday 11.30am - 3.30pm
Exhibit A/ RT Gallery
[272 Wakefield Street, Te Aro, Wellington]
The RT Gallery:
A permanent gallery showcasing the works of Rich Thurston
Current show: The Summer Collection.
Exhibit A:
We specialise in high-quality framing for prints, photography, artwork, and memorabilia. Using archival materials and expert craftsmanship, we ensure each piece is beautifully presented and preserved for years to come.
Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm.
Saturday by Appointment.
https://richthurston.art
https://www.instagram.com/richthurston.art/
(+64) 22 645 5800
https://www.exhibita.co.nz
[04] 385 1373
hello@exhibita.co.nz
Yogallery
[97 Ghuznee Street]
Tim has shown in a number of international destinations including Sydney, Hong Kong, London, Manchester, Chester, Edinburgh, Dubai and Abu Dhabi. He is represented by galleries in New Zealand and overseas. His pieces now adorn the walls of collectors from Australasia, North America, Asia and Europe.
Tuesday to Friday 11.00am - 5.00pm
Saturday 11.00am - 2.00pm
To arrange a private viewing out of hours phone: 021 457 434 or email tim@timchristie.co.nz
E-MAIL: tim@timchristie.co.nz
Webb’s Wellington
[23 Marion Street]
A light filled gallery, showcasing the best of New Zealand art for sale and auction.
Reopening TBC.
Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm,
Saturday 11.00am - 3.00pm.
Inverlochy Art School Gallery
[3 Inverlochy Place, Te Aro]
At Inverlochy Art School.
Monday to Friday 10.00am – 4.00pm.
Exhibitions Gallery
[32 Brandon Street]
Representational & expressionist to abstract artworks.
Monday to Friday 10.30am - 4.30pm,
Saturday 10.30am - 3.00pm.
Closed public holidays and long weekends.
WWW.EXHIBITIONSGALLERY.CO.NZ
www.facebook.com/exhibitionsgalleryoffineart
Call: 04 499 6356
National Library of New Zealand
Home to the He Tohu Exhibition - A Declaration, A Treaty, A Petition. Tours available.
Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.00pm,
Saturday 9.00am - 1.00pm.
Toi Māori Gallery
[Level 4, Change House, 150 Featherston Street, Wellington]
Promotes the uniqueness and quality of Maori arts.
Monday to Friday 10.00am - 4.00pm
https://maoriart.org.nz/toi-maori-gallery/
Phone (04) 801 7914
TheSeeHere Gallery
[85 Ghuznee Street]
Purpose built window gallery made to be viewed from the street. Open 24 hrs.
Open 24 hours.
ORA Gallery
[23 Allen Street]
Contemporary NZ art, object and design.
Regular hours:
Monday to Friday 9.00am - 6.00pm,
Saturday 10.00am - 5.00pm, Sunday 10.00am - 4.00pm.
Photospace Gallery
[1st floor, 37 Courtenay Place]
New Zealand's leading and emerging photographic artists.
Full hours resume 28 January.
Monday to Friday 10.00am - 2.00pm,
Saturday 11.00am - 2.00pm.
Toi Art, Te Papa
[Levels 4 and 5, 55 Cable St]
New, exciting commissions alongside the national art collection.
Closed Christmas day only.
Monday to Sunday 10.00am - 6.00pm.
Kura Gallery
[19 Allen Street]
Specialising in authentic Māori Art and Design.
Summer Hours:
Monday to Friday 10.00am - 5.00pm,
Saturday & Sunday 11.00am - 4.00pm.
Regular Hours:
Monday to Friday 10.00am - 6.00pm,
Saturday & Sunday 11.00am - 4.00pm.
Vincents Gallery
[5/148 Willis Street]
Vincents Art Workshop is a place of learning and creativity, which contributes to healthy communities.
Set up in 1985, it is the oldest Creative Space in New Zealand.
Monday 11.00am - 4.00pm
Tuesday 10.30 - 7.00pm
Wednesday 11.00am - 5.00pm
Thursday 11.00am - 4.00pm
Friday 10.00 am - 4.00pm
Closed for statutory holidays only.
Walrus Gallery
[111 Taranaki Street]
Our philosophy is to display creations from both local and international artists. Art leasing and picture framing also available.
Monday to Saturday 9.00am - 5.00pm