The Lock-Up

An outstanding exhibit of 'found-object' art by Karla Dickens. I really enjoyed seeing her works and reading her powerful environmental statements so well displayed in such a unique setting.

This is a great venue to view some amazing exhibitions by very talented artists. Love how they put the exhibits throughout the old jail itself. Throughout, what would have been a very distressing and bleak interior, were pops of colour, abstracts and exquisite artwork although the solemnise was evident as well.

Recently visited this place. The prison itself is not big. The art pieces are usually displayed in prison cells. The particular exhibition on display wasn't that great tbh but nevertheless it's fine to visit here if your in Newcastle.

✨ We visited to see the Argo Pacifico, the current installation & it was amazing! Every room of the Lock-up has been transformed into a room of a cruise ship for your to enjoy, right here in Newy! And it's free!

Fabulous modern art gallery. As a former police lockup the atmosphere alone is certainly worth a visit.

Excellent gallery that displays local contemporary art. The historic jail is worth a visit in its own right, and the interaction between the art and the space can add an additional dimension to the pieces.

Harrowing yet beautiful exhibition featuring the work of two artists. Free entry and definitely worth a look!

Yeah honestly it was rather boring. With extremely expensive art slapped on some of the walls (that looks like it could have been created by any random person). The photos on google made it seem like it was more around showing off the old gaol.