Manly Art Gallery & Museum

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Chronos: Australian Ceramics from 1933

Traces a century of Australian ceramic practice from the earliest piece in MAG&M's collection, presenting clay as a medium that stores and transmits cultural memory.

Now showing21 Mar – 14 Mar 2027Free

Girly in Manly

Kate Bohunnis, Anne Ferran, Maddison Gibbs and Ebony Russell explore femininity, inheritance and place, starting from the colonial naming of Manly.

Now showing25 Sept – 29 NovFree

Michael Muir: The Shape of Colour

Survey of Northern Beaches painter Michael Muir's past decade, tracing his vibrant, memory-laced landscapes through colour, form and composition.

Now showing25 Sept – 29 NovFree

Chromatic Luminosity

Nine contemporary abstract painters explore how light and glow can be crafted on canvas, reclaiming a quality screens haven't replicated.

Upcoming4 Dec – 21 Feb 2027Free

Permanent Collections

Collection Stories: A Century of Manly Beach Culture

Works from MAG&M's collection tracing Manly's beach culture, swimwear, surfing and ferry history from the 1910s through the 1960s.

Permanent collectionFree

Antonio Dattilo-Rubbo: Founder & Teacher

MAG&M's founding collection of works by Antonio Dattilo-Rubbo (1870-1955), the Manly artist and teacher who mentored early Australian modernists.

Permanent collectionFree

Visitor Information

Is Manly Art Gallery & Museum free to visit?

Yes, general admission to Manly Art Gallery & Museum is free. Some special exhibitions may charge a separate ticket, so check the museum's website before visiting.

What are the opening hours of Manly Art Gallery & Museum?

Manly Art Gallery & Museum is open Tue-Sun 10am-5pm. Closed Mondays and public holidays.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Manly Art Gallery & Museum?

Manly Art Gallery & Museum is located at 1a West Esplanade, Manly NSW 2095, Australia, in the Manly area of Sydney. The nearest stations are Manly Wharf (ferry) and Manly Bus Interchange.

What can I see at Manly Art Gallery & Museum?

Sydney's oldest regional gallery, pairing contemporary art shows with a museum of Manly's beach and swimwear history. Current highlights include Chronos: Australian Ceramics from 1933, Collection Stories: A Century of Manly Beach Culture and Girly in Manly.

Do I need to book Manly Art Gallery & Museum in advance?

Manly Art Gallery & Museum is free to enter and most days you can walk in. For special exhibitions, weekends, and school holidays, booking a timed slot can help you skip queues. Check the museum's website for current requirements.

When is the best time to visit Manly Art Gallery & Museum?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.