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The Art gallery in Queensland is responsible for upholding the State's collection of a wide variety of arts collected from all over the world. The gallery organizes many art exhibitions and visual programs for all tourists. History of the Art Gallery: The art gallery was established in 1895 and falls within the Queensland Cultural Center on the south bank of the Brisbane River .The gallery has won many national and international accolades on the way! The gallery boasts of an impressive collection of 10,000 works like paintings, sculptures photographs and other decorative arts. The Australian Art is one of the chief attractions of the gallery. The international collections include Western Art from the 15 th century. The gallery also consists of many internationally recognized items like ‘La Belle Holladaise'. Particularities: Features of the Art Gallery: The gallery was actually built to reach out to the needs of the Australian community during the 1990s. The gallery specializes in research and consultation. The art gallery hosts some international and national exhibitions. Concerts are also held at the gallery. Some important additions have been Queensland Gallery of Modern Art which has been opened at Kurilpa Point. The main focus of the new building is on the Art of the 20 th and 21 st centuries. The gallery's prime project is the Asia Pacific Triennial of Contemporary Art series which is a very important event of the national an international arts calendar. The gallery is also responsible for promoting Australian art and indigenous communities. Description of the Art Gallery: The place is a 4700square meter with walls and barriers separating the art world and the public. Timing: Open seven days a week Entry facilities: Entry free for disabled. Also provides for facilities like café, car parking ,first aid and guide with toilets and public telephone. Accommodations: All those wishing to put up at hotels near the gallery can also take their pick from the hotels which are as follows: Holiday Inn Brisbane Mercure Hotel Brisbane Oaks North Quay. These hotels provide fantastic room service and come at affordable prices. Transport: The gallery can be easily reached by transport from any part of the city. Thus Queensland Art gallery is the perfect heaven for all art connoisseurs!
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