History
Established in 1896, Geelong Gallery is one of Australia’s leading and oldest regional art galleries.
Geelong Gallery was established in 1896 and is one of Australia’s leading art galleries, with a magnificent collection of Australian and European painting, sculpture, printmaking and decorative arts dating from the 18th century to today. The Gallery’s outstanding collection includes many works of national significance such as Eugène von Guérard’s View of Geelong 1856, and Frederick McCubbin’s A bush burial 1890. One particular focus of the collection is early images of the Geelong region, documenting the evolution of this important city and its environment.
Geelong Gallery works to contribute to the life and well-being of the city by fostering strong community engagement with the excellence of its collection, its creative lifelong learning experiences, and inspiring exhibitions.
Mission
Geelong Gallery aims to contribute to the life and well being of the city by operating the best regional gallery in Australia, with strong community engagement based on the excellence of its collection, its creative learning experiences and innovative exhibitions.
Geelong Gallery aims to be impactful through its four pillars:
- Geelong Gallery will deliver artistic and cultural advancement for the community thus making Geelong a more liveable City;
- Geelong Gallery will bring economic benefit to the region through tourism arising from its exhibitions and events;
- Geelong Gallery will provide life-long and inclusive learning for all; and
- Geelong Gallery will expand its premises to provide greater access to its collections and exhibitions, in order to significantly enhance the delivery of its aims in the first, second and third pillars.
Annual Reports
Geelong Gallery Annual Report 2016–2017
2016–2017 (PDF, 6.51 MB)
Geelong Gallery Strategic Plan 2017–2020
2017–2020 (PDF, 277.47 KB)
Geelong Gallery Annual Report 2015–2016
2015–2016 (PDF, 5.18 MB)
Geelong Gallery Annual Report 2014–2015
Annual Report 2014–2015 (PDF, 2.44 MB)
Geelong Gallery Annual Report 2013–2014
Annual Report 2013–2014 (PDF, 1.52 MB)
Geelong Gallery Annual Report 2012–2013
Annual Report 2012–2013 (PDF, 1.92 MB)
Geelong Gallery Annual Report 2011–2012
Annual Report 2011–2012 (PDF, 2.53 MB)
Geelong Gallery Annual Report 2010–2011
Annual Report 2010–2011 (PDF, 4.28 MB)
Geelong Gallery Annual Report 2009–2010
Annual Report 2009–2010 (PDF, 2.79 MB)
Board Members

President
Terry Wills Cooke OAM

Vice President
Judge Gerard Mullaly

Hon. Secretary
Kathy Timmins

Hon. Treasurer
Barry Fagg

Member
Olivia Tipler

Member
David Howley

Member
Cr Jim Mason AM

Member
Eliza Holt

Member
Julia Roache
Staff Members

Director and CEO
Jason Smith
Email

Deputy Director—Development and Commercial Operations
Penny Whitehead
Email

Senior Curator
Lisa Sullivan
Email

Exhibitions Manager
Pip Minney
Email

Learning & Audience Engagement Manager
Elishia Furet
Email

Registrar
Veronica Filmer
Email

Membership and Partnerships Coordinator
Chantelle Hodgson
Email

Acting Visitor Services & Volunteer Manager
Ally Deam
Email

Buildings and Spaces Coordinator
John Stabb
Email

Retail Manager
Jade Kellett
Email

Curatorial Assistant and Marketing Coordinator
Simone Mugavin
Email

Visitor Services Officer
Jennifer Hilditch
Email
Media

Bauhaus centenary—Ludwig Hirschfeld Mack
20 February 2019
Download PDF (587.35 KB)

Sidney Nolan's Ned Kelly series
23 January 2019
Download PDF (807.88 KB)

There is no there—Gabriella Mangano and Silvana Mangano
27 November 2018
Download PDF (400.14 KB)

People's Choice award announced
22 November 2018
Download PDF (282.55 KB)

Celebrating success
20 November 2018
Download PDF (322.57 KB)

Geelong Gallery expansion—Statement of ambition
3 August 2018
Download PDF (517.74 KB)

Cuttings—Elizabeth Gower
27 June 2018
Download PDF (625.00 KB)

2018 Archibald Prize at Geelong Gallery
20 June 2018
Download PDF (947.94 KB)

Andrew Browne—winner of the 2018 Geelong contemporary art prize
9 June 2018
Download PDF (355.77 KB)

Sidney Nolan’s Kelly series comes to Geelong
30 May 2018
Download PDF (520.25 KB)

2018 Geelong contemporary art prize: shortlist announced
24 April 2018
Download PDF (574.00 KB)

Reimagine—the world according to children's books
15 February 2018
Download PDF (849.14 KB)

Geelong chooses its People’s choice
11 December 2017
Download PDF (272.57 KB)

Christmas in the Gallery Shop
20 November 2017
Download PDF (757.22 KB)

Kylie on Stage
3 November 2017
Download PDF (413.31 KB)

MPavilion join together with Geelong Gallery & Shepparton Art Museum to deliver new regional program
27 September 2017
Download PDF (536.73 KB)

Geelong Gallery hosts Archibald Prize
8 September 2017
Download PDF (635.97 KB)

Winners announced—2017 Geelong acquisitive print awards
18 August 2017
Download PDF (2.62 MB)

Geelong Gallery—Redevelopment project
30 June 2017
Download PDF (529.35 KB)

2017 Geelong acquisitive print award shortlist announced
15 June 2017
Download PDF (1.14 MB)

Fred Williams in the You Yangs
30 May 2017
Download PDF (1.92 MB)

Luminous relic
10 April 2017
Download PDF (267.41 KB)

Announcement: Geelong Gallery appoints Deputy Director
10 April 2017
Download PDF (182.83 KB)

Still life painting—Adam Pyett
April 2017
Download PDF (563.63 KB)

Abstraction: celebrating Australian women abstract artists
30 January 2017
Download PDF (1.26 MB)

Tricking the eye—contemporary trompe l’oeil
Download PDF (146.49 KB)

My Geelong—our Gallery
Download PDF (355.01 KB)

Kate Beynon winner of the $30,000, 2016 Geelong contemporary art prize
9 September 2016
Download PDF (318.94 KB)

2016 Geelong contemporary art prize: shortlist announced
20 July 2016
Download PDF (197.56 KB)

2016 Geelong contemporary art prize: judges announced
10 May 2016
Download PDF (393.20 KB)

People Like Us media release
20 April 2016
Download PDF (584.83 KB)

Exhibition announced: Land of the Golden Fleece —Arthur Streeton in the Western District
22 December 2015
Download PDF (1.04 MB)

JamFactory Icon 2015—Giles Bettison: pattern and perception
18 December 2015
Download PDF (278.70 KB)

Geelong Gallery Announces New Director
18 January 2016
Download PDF (462.96 KB)
Venue hire
Are you looking for a unique venue for your corporate or private event?
Geelong Gallery provides a variety of spaces suitable for functions accommodating small and intimate events to larger celebrations. Our events spaces can accommodate groups from 12 to 300+ people. The Gallery suits stand-up cocktail functions, seated events, intimate gatherings, meetings or lectures.
For more information, download our Venue hire brochure.
Commercial photoshoot hire
Half day $500*
Full day $1000*
*Gallery site permission is required for copyright reasons
Join the team
Are you interested in joining the dynamic Geelong Gallery team?
Geelong Gallery offers an exceptional exhibitions program that affirms our commitment to artistic excellence and to the delivery of programs that offer opportunities for widely inclusive, life-long learning. We promote integrity, respect and teamwork in our business and as an employer, we are committed to providing equal opportunities and a positive work environment.
Positions available—
Learn Volunteer
Geelong Gallery’s Learn Volunteer program aims to develop a team of skilled and dedicated individuals who can promote learning and take students on a journey to explore, respond and understand exhibitions. If you believe you have the relevant skills and professional experiences to support the delivery of our upcoming Learn program, please register your interest.
Volunteer
Volunteer opportunities exist for motivated and reliable people to assist the Gallery team in a number of ways, find out more.