Opening hours: Tuesday - Sunday, 11am-5pm

Watson Road

Observatory Hill (The Rocks)

Adult Learning Programs

Adult Learning Programs

The S.H. Ervin Gallery embraces life‐long learning, offering a variety of opportunities for adult and community groups to engage with our dynamic exhibition program through guided tours and public programs. Enjoy viewing an exhibition, take a tour, have morning tea at the Trust Café and enjoy the vista from historic Observatory Hill ‐ the perfect way to spend a day.

Group Booking Form

Planning Your Visit

The S.H. Ervin Gallery’s exhibitions focus on contemporary and historical Australian art. Exhibitions change regularly, with each one presenting new opportunities for learning. To get the most out of your visit, please ensure you view the Gallery’s exhibition calendar at our website

Exhibition Tour

Starting with an introduction to the gallery and followed by a comprehensive exploration of the Gallery’s current exhibition, this tour is perfect for community groups, adult education groups, interested groups of friends or school groups.

1hour  $17 / $15 concession, minimum 15, maximum 25 per group

Booking your visit

 At least two weeks notice is required for all group bookings

1. Make an booking by requesting and complete  Group Booking Form
2. Receive a booking confirmation email or phone call.

Changes and cancellations

Must be made in writing 

Including adjustments to  numbers, dates and times

  • One change up to two weeks before the scheduled booking – no cost
  • Changes/cancellations within five working days of scheduled booking – original booking charged in full

All groups ‐ including self‐guided groups‐ must complete and return a booking form above one week before visiting. Your organisation will be invoiced for the number of people booked.

The Gallery’s preferred payment method is to invoice your organisation, however cash and credit card payments are also available. Please ensure you enter all the necessary information on your booking form including your organisation’s ABN.

Opening Hours

We are open from Tuesday to Sunday, 11am – 5pm. Tours are generally available Tuesday to Friday during gallery hours, however by prior arrangement groups are also welcome to visit before the Gallery opens to the general public from 9:30am.

Accessibility

The S.H. Ervin Gallery is fully accessible for all visitors, with ramp access to the building and an accessible toilet. Groups with specific requirements are particularly encouraged to visit. The Gallery is a member of the NSW Companion Card Program and carers/companions are admitted for free. A comprehensive risk assessment form is also available on our website.

Group Leaders

Upon arrival, please report to the Reception desk, situated at the Gallery entrance, to register your group and finalise payment if required. A staff member will meet your group there. Please ensure that your group understand that food and beverages are not permitted in the gallery and that due to copyright reasons photography is not allowed at any time.
Contact Us

For further information about the S.H. Ervin Gallery’s Learning Experiences, please visit our website or contact during business hours on:
P: 02 9258 0140
Email: [email protected]

All education programs are developed in accordance with COVID-19 safety guidelines.