Gallery Information
General information
Address: 38 Abbott Street, Cairns City
Opening hours
Tuesday to Saturday: 10am to 4pm
Monday and Sunday: closed
Phone Number: 07 4032 6620
Email Address: courthousegallery@cairns.qld.gov.au
Gallery closures & extended trading hours
Court House Gallery is closed during exhibition changeovers and for some public holidays. We try to keep disruptions minimal but times are subject to minor changes. We recommend checking on our website or social media around changeovers in case there are any unforeseen delays.
We have extended trading hours for our live music series and exhibition launches.
- Closed every Sunday & Monday
- Exhibition changeover: 20 May to 24 May 2024
Future dates to be advised.
Public are welcome to attend all launches
- Charcoal - Yarrabah Arts & Cultural Precinct: 11am, Saturday 25 May
Future exhibition launches to be advised.
The gallery operates with extended trading hours during music events.
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Accessibility at Court House Gallery
Accessibility information for the Court House Gallery in Cairns.
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Arts residencies
Apply for a Multi-Arts Residency at one of the premier arts venues run by Cairns Regional Council. Accommodation also available.
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History
The Court House Gallery is part of an arts complex that also includes the Cairns Art Gallery. This two-acre site has been reserved since 1876 for public purposes, and both buildings were erected between the First and Second World Wars.
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Holding exhibitions or events at Court House Gallery
Register an expression of interest to hold an event or exhibition at the Court House gallery.
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Past Exhibitions Court House Gallery
Browse our list of previous exhibitions that have taken place at Court House Gallery.
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Up-lighting request for Court House Gallery
Applications are welcome to request the up-lighting of the front facade of Court House Gallery to acknowledge a significant nationally or state event, or an awareness campaign.
Last Updated: 24 May 2024
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