Thames Society of Arts | Gallery - Old North School 604 Tararu Road
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Welcome to Thames Art Gallery by the sea at Tararu, Thames. Each month we have a new featured artist, with a regularly changing gallery and original art for sale.
About Thames Society of Arts | Gallery
Thames Society of Arts Inc. was formed by a group of local artists in late 1973. They had just closed a successful exhibition of their art, in the Football Club rooms (now a Gym) at the southern end of Thames town.
The need for a formal Society to encourage the many local artists in the community, was discussed over the proverbial glass of local wine.
Tuition and exhibitions, the meeting of like-minded people, and perhaps demonstrations of other crafts, some of the ideas thrown about. So, that night a steering committee was formed, Bernie Poff as President, and Phillipa Christie as secretary.
All of this finally came to fruition as an Incorporated Society in 1974.
The need for a home was paramount. The Old Thames North School was standing empty. Why not try for that ? It was the ideal answer.
Dr. Bob Edward and his wife Isla, keen promoters of both the performing arts, and the visual, approached Government, Council and Education Departments.
Finally a conclusion of ownership was reached, and through their efforts, we had the building. This was, and still is shared with the Thames Operatic Society now known as MAD - Music and Drama.
Our aim was realized. We have held many exhibitions, both members and invited artists, over the years. Weekly artist groups, Weekend Tutorials in many mediums, and regular events keep the space and our artists inspired. All enriching our knowledge. We are lucky have members from a wide area, who participate in what we offer.
And now, we have a refurbished Gallery we can be proud of. 2023 marks our 50th anniversary and plans for a special celebration will soon be underway..
We aim to have a changing display, so there is always something new to see. The Gallery is open 7 days, and this is thanks, now, to a splendid band of volunteers.
We feel now Thames has an Arts Centre to be proud of.
Contact Thames Society of Arts | Gallery
| Address : | Old North School 604 Tararu Road, Thames 3500, New Zealand |
| Phone : | π +78899 |
| Postal code : | 3500 |
| Website : | http://www.thamessocietyofarts.org.nz/ |
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Donna Hone on Google
β β β β β Very interesting day, learnt alot about Raku kiln firing, thankyou so much
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Chris Lee on Google
β β β β β Lovely local art. Always a great visit
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Raewyn Grey on Google
β β β β β Great local art for sale. Iconic building which was the first Co-ed school in NZ.
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Kathy Heffernan on Google
β β β β β A surprising and fantastic place to visit!!!! Amazing art!! A great gallery so worth a visit! Be prepared to be very impressed! Love Thames
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martin rodley on Google
β β β β β Excellent, I wasn't actually at the Arts Society but at Thames Music & Drama - auditioning for a new production.
But the Arts Society Gallery is well worth a visit, a great collection of art from real people.
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Tom Webb on Google
β β β β β Had the privilege of attending the opening of the latest Expo at the Thames Society of Arts and was very impressed by the great art works on display.
So many talented artists and a wide variety of work to be seen. Always worth a visit when exploring the Coromandel.
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Susan Kirchhausen on Google
β β β β β Stopped by the gallery on a whim and we were super impressed! Fabulous and very reasonably priced artwork! Excellent place to pick up gifts for family back home. It was difficult to tear ourselves away!
Just noticed another review that said the gallery was always packed. We were the only people in there for quite some time. A couple of others stopped by, but there was certainly plenty of space for more people.
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Kevin Prosser on Google
β β β β β Wonderful display of local artists work. Made 2 purchases.
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