Best Arts and Culture Places in Richmond

"One of the most visited in Australia and definitely among the top 10 things to do in Adelaide. With five floors of exhibits covering fossils, mammals, Ancient Egypt, special exhibition spaces and more plus Aboriginal and Pacific Cultures collections, the SA Museum offers plenty for young and old. With so many interactive hands on activities, Myla absolutely loved it here, she particularly loved checking out the various world mammals, learning about the various South Australian biodiversity and checking out the giant squid which spans across four floors dangling in an elevator shaft!"

"The museum is right beside the Art Gallery of South Australia. If you are interested in the Australian Aboriginal culture and history, there is no better place to come than here. It houses the largest collection of artefacts focusing exclusively on the Australian Aboriginal."

"The South Australian Museum is located near North Terrace Avenue, downtown. Founded in 1856, it’s one of the oldest museum in the state. David Hearle / CC BY"

"Standing grand in the middle of North Terrace alongside many other cultural opportunities, the AGSA is must visit. Established as the National Gallery of South Australia in 1881, you can find ongoing exhibitions alongside an array of classic through to modern pieces on display. North Terrace, Adelaide"

"Spend a few hushed hours in the vaulted, parquetry-floored gallery that represents the big names in Australian art. Permanent exhibitions include Australian, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Asian, European... Top ChoiceMuseum in Adelaide"

"It is an aboriginal owned and operated art centre, the oldest of its kind. It has been in operation for almost three decades, and the museum displays interactive exhibition dealing with the stories of the First people."

"These purpose-built studios train aspiring artists and designers in the fields of ceramics, glass, furniture, jewellery and metalwork, and the exhibition and retail space showcases some of the best contemporary craft and design anywhere in Australia. The government-funded organisation has a gallery on Morphett St just off North Terrace in the middle of town, as well as Seppeltsfield in the Barossa Valley. 19 Morphett St, Adelaide SA 5000, +61 8 8231 0005"

"Jam Factory Contemporary Craft & Design is one of Adelaide's most prestigious galleries. A visit to this arts and cultural center is a must for anyone ..."

"Waymouth Street’s Gallery boasts the largest rooftop garden in Adelaide. Right in the heart of the CBD, the sail-shaded watering hole attracts a strong after-work drinks crowd who flock there for excellent views and cocktails. Sipping a crisp wine under the canopy as the sun drops in the west, you’ll feel on top of the world."

"At Adelaide’s premier contribution to the trend for rooftop bars, you can chill over post-work drinks during the week or push the boat out at weekends. This award-winning venue also features dramatic views of the CBD and even an opportunity to buy some art on your way out."

"We have grown up surrounded by the great Australian desert which has been lived in and navigated by Aboriginal people for so long."

"Adelaide Central School of Art exterior|© Michael Coghlan / Flickr. This not-for-profit gallery is located within the Adelaide Central School of Art, giving students valuable contact with a professional artists, writers and curators. The Graduate Exhibition is the highlight of the Adelaide Central Gallery’s program, presenting the best pieces produced by all of the school’s graduating Bachelor of Visual Art and Honours students."

"Adelaide Central Gallery is sited within the Adelaide Central School of Art and is one of South Australia's finest, most reputable and popular contemporary art ..."

"@wonderwallsportadelaide works are also around the 5015 hood to see in all their glory too. A post shared by Fontanelle gallery and studios (@fontanelle_gallery) on Apr 15, 2019 at 8:21pm PDT. This little gallery with its groovy geometric and pink trim is even cooler on the inside."

"Nexus Arts describe themselves as pioneers in diversity, which is true when looking back at their history. Founded by the Multicultural Arts Workers Committee, today Nexus Arts continue the ethos of their past, by advocating for the inclusion of culturally and linguistically diverse art and artists. They also provide community groups with opportunities to present visual arts, performances and special programs and projects."

"The Lion Arts Centre is also home to the artists’ collective known as Nexus Arts, which advocates for the inclusion of culturally and linguistically diverse artists. The collective was born in 1984 as the Multicultural Arts Workers Committee, and today gives community groups the opportunity to present their visual arts, performances and special projects in a quality inner-city space."

"If you are interested in learning more about Aboriginal artists and their artwork, you have come to the perfect place. This is where you will find an extensive collection of Aboriginal paintings and carvings. They also have Didgeridoos and Boomerangs on display."

"BMGART specialise in contemporary Australian art, including paintings, sculpture, ceramics, glass and prints. You can expect stunning contemporary art, from Christopher Orchard, Jasper Knight, Jason Cordero, Marijana Tadic, Daniel Connell, Kari Bienert, Bundit Puangthong and Margaret Ambridge. This gallery has a beautiful industrial and airy feel, and when entering you immediately feel at ease."

"There’s nothing like a long walk by the sea to soothe the soul, and Hallett Cove Conservation Park offers breathtaking coastal views along the 2km hike. In just under an hour’s drive from the city, meander along coastal clifftops with a fresh ocean breeze in your face before stopping for a snap at the insta-worthy Sugarloaf formation. Once the site of a glacial lake which melted some 270 million years ago, Hallett Cove Conservation Park is renowned as one of Australia’s most important geological and archaeological sites."

"Discover the Sugarloaf on the Glacier Hike in Hallett Cove Conservation Park. It’s a huge, unusually-shaped rock formation that was created 280 million years ago during the Australian Ice Age. See it for yourself before continuing on the beautiful coastal walk to Marino."

"Warrawong Wildlife Sanctuary is another Adelaide institution and it is one of the zoos and wildlife parks in and near Adelaide that is definitely worth considering. Dr John Wamsley started Warrawong in 1969, constructing fences to protect the native animals from feral cats and foxes and create a sanctuary for them. The Sanctuary was closed for a number of years (there were problems getting insurance for the site), before being purchased recently by a couple who are trying to restore it to its former glory."

"This restaurant features Italian cooking inspired by the owner’s grandmother. It doesn’t get much more hearty and satisfying than that!. With a separate vegan menu that includes garlic bread, meatball fettuccine, and creamy coconut, mushroom, and garlic tortellini, this is one carb coma you’re going to love slipping into."

"Just a friendly reminder that the #NationalRailwayMuseum #PortAdelaide is open every day except Christmas Day, from 10am to 4:30pm. Perfect place to spend some time during the summer break!. #MuseumFun #Railways #FamilyEntertainment"

"This museum is the Australia biggest undercover railway museum. It has over 100 exhibits that deal with the history of Australia and the state railway operations. It was opened in 1970 and relocated to its current location in 1988."

"The Museum of Classical Archaeology has more than 1700 items on display, making it the largest collection of artefacts from ancient Greece and Rome in South Australia. CURRENTLY CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. Opening Times: The Museum is open to the general public on the first Tuesday of every month (excluding December and January), between 11.00am – 3.00pm.Ticket Prices: FREE entryAddress: University of Adelaide, Mitchell Building, North Terrace, Adelaide SAWebsite: arts.adelaide.edu.au/humanities/the-museum-of-classical-archaeology"