Services Offered
Contemporary Art Exhibitions
Rotating exhibitions featuring local and national artists, displayed in the historic jail cells for an immersive experience.
Historical Building Tours
Explore the former police lockup's architecture and history, enhanced by art installations throughout the premises.
Free Public Admission
Open to all visitors with no entry fee, making art and culture accessible to the community.
Artist Installations
Site-specific artworks integrated into the jail environment, creating unique and thought-provoking displays.
Cultural Events
Hosts exhibitions, openings, and events that blend art with the historical significance of the venue.
Reviews
4.8(5 reviews)
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Ara D
via Google
3 months ago
Fabulous modern art gallery. As a former police lockup the atmosphere alone is certainly worth a visit.
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Zoe Goldsteinvia Google
4 months ago
An outstanding exhibit of 'found-object' art by Karla Dickens. I really enjoyed seeing her works and reading her powerful environmental statements so well displayed in such a unique setting.
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Michelle Curreyvia Google
7 months ago
This is a great venue to view some amazing exhibitions by very talented artists. Love how they put the exhibits throughout the old jail itself. Throughout, what would have been a very distressing and bleak interior, were pops of colour, abstracts and exquisite artwork although the solemnise was evident as well.
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Zeeshan Shafqatvia Google
over 2 years ago
Recently visited this place. The prison itself is not big. The art pieces are usually displayed in prison cells. The particular exhibition on display wasn't that great tbh but nevertheless it's fine to visit here if your in Newcastle.
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Minvia Google
about 7 years ago
✨ We visited to see the Argo Pacifico, the current installation & it was amazing! Every room of the Lock-up has been transformed into a room of a cruise ship for your to enjoy, right here in Newy! And it's free!
