Adam Art Gallery facts for kids
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| Established | 1999 |
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| Location | Victoria University of Wellington, Gate 3, Kelburn Parade |
| Type | Art gallery |
| Collections | Victoria University Art Collection |
| Owner | Victoria University of Wellington |
The Adam Art Gallery (in Māori: Te Pātaka Toi) is a cool art gallery. It was built especially for art! You can find it at Victoria University of Wellington in Wellington, New Zealand.
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About the Adam Art Gallery
The Adam Art Gallery is a special place for art. It is located on the university campus. The gallery hosts many different art shows. It also holds talks and performances.
How the Gallery Started
The idea for the gallery began in 1997. Two people, Jenny Harper and Tina Barton, helped make it happen. The gallery officially opened on September 21, 1999. Sir Michael Hardie Boys, who was the Governor General of New Zealand, opened it.
Who Helped Build It?
The gallery got a lot of help from the Victoria University of Wellington Foundation. A couple named Denis and Verna Adam also gave a lot of money. They donated one million New Zealand dollars in 1998. Because of their generous gift, the gallery was named after them.
The Gallery's Design
A famous architect named Ian Athfield designed the building. It was built between three other university buildings. These are the Old Kirk Building, the Hunter Building, and the Student Union Building. The gallery was built on top of some old stairs. These stairs were built in the 1960s. They used to connect different buildings. However, they were not safe anymore. The new gallery building has many different spaces. These spaces are perfect for art shows and events.
What You Can See: Exhibitions
The Adam Art Gallery shows many different kinds of art. They have featured solo shows by artists from all over the world. These artists include Joseph Kosuth from the USA and Fernanda Gomes from Brazil. They also show art by New Zealand artists. Some of these are Brett Graham and Vivian Lynn.
Group Shows and Themes
The gallery also puts on special group exhibitions. These shows bring together art from different artists. Some past shows have included "Face to Face: Contemporary Art From Taiwan." Another was "Concrete Horizons: Contemporary Art from China." These shows help visitors explore art from different cultures.
Visiting the Gallery
It's free to visit the Adam Art Gallery! Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the art.
