The Penang art gallery was officially opened in 1964. It was originally housed in the State Museum building, and then moved to Dewan Sri Pinang since 1994.
It is divided into two sections; level 3 is gallery for the permanent collection including paintings, sculptures photographs, ceramics, prints and several other media. Ground floor is for contemporary art gallery. Various activities like art forums, art talks, workshops, competitions and exhibition are held here.
Balik Pulau Art Society held 4th Annual Group Exhibition “Traditional & Contemporary” in this gallery until 10 August 2014.
Add: Ground Floor & 3rd floor, Dewan Sri Pinang,10200 Light Street, Penang
Open daily: 9am-5pm
Close: Friday 12pm-3pm and Public Holidays
Admission: Free
