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Things to do in South Island, New Zealand: The Best Art Museums
Discover the best top things to do in South Island, New Zealand including The Lost Gypsy Gallery, Saligia, Arty Nelson, Christchurch Art Gallery (Te Puna o Waiwhetu), Grainstore Gallery, Eastern Southland Gallery, Tim Wilson Gallery, Forrester Gallery, Left Bank Art Gallery, Robert McDougall Art Gallery.
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1. The Lost Gypsy Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 162 reviews
A little gem in The Catlins, artist Blair Somerville's intricately crafted automata are wonderfully irreverent. The bamboozling collection in the house bus ($ free) is a teaser for the brilliantly eccentric Winding Thoughts Theatre ($8). Push buttons, wind handles, all is about movement here (Entry 13+ yrs). For coffee and bakeries, say hi to Carol in the Little Rocket and cuddle Ginny the Gypsy dog. Open in summer (end Oct – end April). Wednesdays closed.
Reviewed By C5795TEmichellet - Timaru, New Zealand
I'd seen this place advertised and so thought I'd call in for a look and a coffee to go. I sat down, with my dog as he was allowed which for me was a huge plus. I assume the lady that served me was the owner and she was super friendly. What a great, quirky wee place...a wee treasure. Loved looking around and my dog enjoyed being able to be with me while I had my coffee
2. Saligia
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
A leading Nelson working art studio and gallery, open every day except Mondays. Leading edge, controversial, art with a message. Contemporary themes with award-winning artistic excellence.
Reviewed By ConstanzaV93 - Santiago, Chile
Provocative and straight forward art. Specially recommended to remove the blindfold of closed-minded religious/puritan/right wing individuals. Amazing ways of expressionism, definitely a piece of kiwi art I will remember and suggest, right in the heart of Nelson. My south american wild mind was delighted with the various sculptures, paintings and glass works. They have done a great job.
3. Arty Nelson
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By alanmY3565GY - Brisbane, Australia
Arty Nelson is a gem of a shop, showcasing a group of fabulously talented locals. Well laid out with lots of choice all in a great location. The artists run the shop and are hugely knowledgeable about not only their own art but all of those artists on display. Great place to find that memento of your Nelson visit. Highly recommended.
4. Christchurch Art Gallery (Te Puna o Waiwhetu)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 462 reviews
Reviewed By Champagne552014 - Sydney, Australia
We spent over three hours in this beautifully presented modern Art Gallery, as there was plenty to see, and entry is free. I loved the sailing paintings upstairs, by van der Voorden. He really knew how to portray clouds and waves. The highlight for me was the Ron Mueck silicon sculpture of a man at a table. What brilliant attention to detail (that's real hair). Thank you staff for being so helpful too! If you need a break, there is a lovely restaurant at the entrance, or it is a short stroll to Riverside Markets, which is also well worth a visit. Don't miss this excellent Art Gallery when you next visit Christchurch.
5. Grainstore Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By D1253RBpeterr - Christchurch, New Zealand
What an experience. The Artist Donna was as delightful and passionate as her paintings and Artistic creations. I immersed myself in the glorious surroundings of her passion. An hour was not long enough. Thank you Donna. You are an INSPIRATION
6. Eastern Southland Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
The Eastern Southland Art Gallery is home to the internationally renowned John Money Collection and Ralph Hotere Gallery, and also features a diverse programme of temporary exhibitions and events. During your trip to the South, the Eastern Southland Gallery is a must see attraction that is suitable for all ages.
Reviewed By Fforde - Manchester, United Kingdom
This gallery has stunning examples of New Zealand art (Len Lye, Ralph Hotare, Rita Angus) and well as examples of non-western art collected by the Gallery’s benefactor. Free entry. An outstanding collection that you would not imagine could be in a town the size of Gore.
7. Tim Wilson Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By Sherpa440531 - Auckland, New Zealand
We have just had a very special experience at the galley remembering one of New Zealand’s supreme artists if not the best this country and the world has ever seen. Tim loved creating canvases that captured the light and transported this on to his canvases. The galley is at the home of the later Tim Wilson and his life partner Vaj. The gardens that Vaj created to create an outdoors canvas and the stunning ceramics, This was very special thank you all involved Jenni and tony Ebert This should not be missed.
8. Forrester Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
The Forrester Gallery is housed in a spectacular neo-classical building originally constructed in 1884 for the Bank of New South Wales. The Forrester offers the Waitaki and wider region a varied and exciting exhibition programme, houses a growing collection of artworks significant to the region, and stands as an icon of Oamaru's unique historic precinct.
Reviewed By MichaelA3554
Wonderful paintings by people of Otago region and else where. Nice ones Evelyn Paige and others. Why visit well many reasons to do so===You know, they say the best things in life are free. This is a fantastic reason to visit this art gallery. All you have to do leave your fear at the door, walk in, smile, say hello to your greeter, quietly walk around and enjoy your visual feast. It's free of charge. What could be better?
9. Left Bank Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
10. Robert McDougall Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
2.0 based on 1 reviews
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