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Fully Certified
Forrester Gallery
General Information
9 Thames Street, Oamaru 9400
03 433 0853
Opening Times - Check before visiting as might change
Tuesday to Friday 10:00am - 4:00pm.
Weekends and public holidays including Waitangi Day and Matariki 1:30pm - 4:00pm.
Closed Mondays (unless a public holiday) and Good Friday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day.
Overview
"The Forrester Gallery is housed in a spectacular neo-classical building originally constructed in 1884 for the Bank of New South Wales. The Forrester offers the Waitaki and wider region a varied and exciting exhibition programme, houses a growing collection of artworks significant to the region, and stands as an icon of Ōamaru's unique historic precinct."
Notes for Cardholders
Entry is free. Donations welcome.
Standing and Queuing
Please make yourself known to staff members. We will ask you to take a seat and serve you there.
Level Access
Our building does not have a lift, therefore, only street level spaces are currently accessible. Accessible parking is located outside 13 Thames Street. The best entrance is our main entrance.
Distances
Our building is not large and there is plenty of seating throughout that you are welcome to use. Our accessible parking is located outside 13 Thames Street.
Urgent Toilet Access
We have only one standard toilet.
Disability Assist Dogs
We comply with the NZ law with respect to Disability Assistance Dogs. The staff will offer you water for your dog and will indicate the nearest place for the dog to relieve itself.
Essential Companions
We do not require payment to enter so your companion is more than welcome if they want to purchase something or not.
Difficulty Accessing Visual Information
Through the training, the staff are well-informed about adapting their communication and assisting individuals who are blind or have low vision. They can assist you to a seat and guide you to a toilet if required.
Difficulty Accessing Audible Information
Through the training that the staff have done with the Hāpai Access Card, they are aware of how they can modify how they communicate with you. This includes making sure you can see their face when speaking, speaking clearly, use of pen and paper and being patient. The staff are aware of the NZ Relay service, so please use this if you think it appropriate when ringing if needed.
Hidden Disabilities
Through the staff's training, they are generally aware of hidden disabilities. Please speak to them about how they can assist in making your time with us extraordinary.
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