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Top 5 Art Museums in Greater Adelaide, South Australia
Discover the best top things to do in Greater Adelaide, Australia including The David Roche Foundation House Museum, Art Gallery of South Australia, Flinders University Art Museum & City Gallery, Anne & Gordon Samstag Museum of Art, Tandanya, National Aboriginal Cultural Institute Inc..
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1. The David Roche Foundation House Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 55 reviews
The David Roche Foundation was established in 1999 by the late Mr David J Roche AM (1930-2013) to be the recipient and custodian of the exceptional collection of antiques, paintings and objets d’art accumulated by him over his lifetime and to be preserved for future generations. The magnificent pieces contained in the collection, particularly those from past centuries, are presented in an opulent manner, reminiscent of how David lived in Fermoy House. Over a lifetime, David Roche assembled one of the greatest private decorative arts collections in Australia. It was his wish that the collection and his home be made available to the public in his beloved hometown of Adelaide. The adjoining gallery building houses changing exhibitions which display aspects of the collection. Guided Tour of Fermoy House (includes entry into the exhibition) - $20 Full Price/$17 Concession Price Not suitable for under 12's Exhibition Entry Only - Price varies per exhibition
Reviewed By leni_away - Paris, France
The site, the building and the contents are impressive. An eclectic collection of treasures amassed by David Roche during his life. He was part of a society family. His father established the Adelaide Development Company, still run by his descendants today. His brother was a Lord Mayor of the City of Adelaide, whose ex-wife’s contested will made for interesting reading in the local papers. David Roche was a homosexual man with neither spouse nor family. He was thus free to live his life as it suited him, collecting objets d’art and breeding dogs (at his North Adelaide property, in a purpose built building with air conditioned kennels, no less). He was also a serious dog-judge, here and overseas. There are French silk curtains and wallpaper, carpets etc made to famous designs (with the consent of the owners of the intellectual property), stunning items of furniture and lighting - all manner of things that took his discerning fancy. This display is a window into a world of wealth, privilege and the ability to live life on one’s own terms. What an amazing life he must have had. What a wonderful service he provided to us by gifting his property and possessions for public viewing, which one can do for just $20.
2. Art Gallery of South Australia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,839 reviews
A must-see in the city of Adelaide not only because it holds one of Australia's finest art collections, but also because it offers a variety of activities for all ages.
Reviewed By kirstynm2018
Such a great variety in styles of art! Free entry and helpful staff that will teach you about the art you are seeing. We visited the student showcase and there were some great pieces to vote on. We spent 1.5 hours enjoying the facility but you can definitely spend longer.
3. Flinders University Art Museum & City Gallery
4. Anne & Gordon Samstag Museum of Art
5. Tandanya, National Aboriginal Cultural Institute Inc.
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 79 reviews
Tandanya is a visionary and vibrant place to explore and experience contemporary and traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, through visual art and performings. Walk through art exhibitions or take a tour, watch a cultural presentation and performance (by appointment), browse through our Gallery Shop or hire one of many spaces in our amazing building.
Reviewed By 604alfredl
Amazing gallery with a great little cafe. The cafe has a great vibe and amazing coffee. The food is well priced and good quality. There is always something new to see at the gallery and the shop has a large variety of gifts and art to purchase. Overall it's a good experience for new and returning visitors.
