NorthSite Contemporary Arts, Cairns

NorthSite Contemporary Arts is a prominent and highly regarded contemporary art gallery and fine-art retail space. Situated within the recently renovated Bulmba-ja Arts Centre, formerly known as the Centre of Contemporary Arts, NorthSite offers a captivating experience for both locals and visitors. With its emphasis on showcasing the finest art, craft, and design from artists across Far North Queensland, including the Gulf, Cape York, and Torres Strait Islands, a visit to this gallery is a must for art enthusiasts.

The gallery's annual program encompasses over 30 exhibitions and programs that cater to diverse artists and audiences. Being one of the few federally supported visual arts companies in Queensland, NorthSite stands as a testament to the quality and strength of its offerings. This support enables NorthSite to nurture and promote emerging and established artists, ensuring a dynamic and ever-evolving art scene in the region.

One of NorthSite's notable contributions to the arts community is its close collaboration with and support of over 300 artists each year. Through its association with Djumbunji Press, a center for printmaking excellence from 2007 to 2014, NorthSite provides a platform for leading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists to showcase their exceptional talents. It is the sole destination where art enthusiasts can acquire original and rare Lino prints and etchings created by these esteemed artists.