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Fireworks Gallery
This gallery shows contemporary art works by Aboriginal artists, having sourced work from all around Australia to build a unique Australian collection. 11 Stratton street, Newstead (07 3216 1250).
Institute of Modern Art
This is one of Australia's first contemporary art spaces and was founded in 1975. It offers a diverse program, including moving image, sound art and new music, featuring emerging and established artists. 420 brunswick Street, Fortitude Valley (07 3252 5750).
Queensland Art Gallery
The Art Gallery is at the southern end of Victoria Bridge, within walking distance of the city centre. It was established in 1895, but moved to this new building in 1982. There is a large collection of Australian art from all periods, and also of Asian art, as well as British and European works. Melbourne Street, South Brisbane (07 3840 7303).
Queensland College of Art
226 Grey Street, southbank (07 3875 7414).
Queensland Gallery of Modern Art
Located in the Queensland Cultural Centre is Brisbane's newest gallery opening in 2006. It is the largest gallery of modern and contemporary art in Australia and also houses Australia's first built cinematheque, designed to show cinema in art form. This gallery is located 150m from the Queensland Art Gallery. Kurilpa Point, Southbank