Design Tasmania
Corner of Brisbane and Tamar streets
Launceston, 7250
Tasmania
info@designtasmania.com.au
+61 3 6331 5506

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Design Tasmania
Corner of Brisbane and Tamar streets
Launceston, 7250
Tasmania
+61 3 6331 5506
info@designtasmania.com.au
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Design Tasmania is located in Launceston's iconic City Park at the corner of Tamar and Brisbane Streets
Cost
Admission: Free
Gallery admission is free. We are a not-for-profit Gallery, if you would like to donate, it assist us to sustain and enrich the cultural landscape of art, craft and design on our island. Your donation makes it possible for us to stage exhibitions, offer public programs, and care for our iconic Design Tasmania Wood Collection.
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Opening Hours
Current opening hours:
Monday & Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday–Saturday: 10am–3pm
Sunday: 10am–2pm
Public Holidays: Closed
Please check our Program section of the website to ensure the suitability of exhibitions and accessibility before your visit.
Facilities & Accessibility
Design Tasmania welcomes all in our community.
We are committed to sharing the exhibitions, programs and more at Design Tasmania while providing an engaging experience with accessibility and support in mind for all our visitors by providing support and access to a range of needs.
Blind or have low vision
Assistance Dogs
Guide Dogs and other registered assistance dogs are welcome in all spaces at Design Tasmania with water bowls available upon request via our friendly Front of House staff.
Wayfinding and Signage
Design Tasmania is committed to implementing wayfinding resources compatible with low vision needs and are currently in development to meet these requirements. We thank our guests in advance in anticipating the resolution of these upgrades. In the meantime we are able to offer personalised guided tours with our friendly Front of House staff upon request.
Mobility issues or physical disability
Wheelchair access
Wheelchair and mobility scooter street access to Design Tasmania is available via our Tamar Street entry. Further access is available throughout the retail and gallery spaces as well as dedicated toilet facilities. Design Tasmania is a single storey building with no ramps, stairs, elevators or escalators.
For additional queries, requests or requirements please send us an email to info@designtasmania.com.au
Sensory sensitivities and/or autism
Design Tasmania is a quiet space that is accessible for adults and children with sensory sensitivities and/or autism. Please check current exhibition descriptions for updates to any programs which may not be considered compliant with your needs.
Design Tasmania is available to book for sensory-sensitive tours via 03 6331 5505 or info@designtasmania.com.au
Tours
Schools, community and private groups are welcome to book a guided tour in advance by contacting info@designtasmania.com.au or +61 3 6331 5505.
Gallery Guidelines
Design Tasmania is a safe and inclusive space for all in our community.
Photography
Photography permitted in all of our exhibition and store spaces unless otherwise indicated. We invite you to tag @designtasmania and/or #designtasmania should you wish to post content online.
Eating and drinking
Eating and drinking in the store and galleries is only permitted during events catered by Design Tasmania. Visitors are welcome to bring and enjoy their lunch in the Claudio Alcorso Courtyard that adjoins City Park. Please note the grounds are smoke-free and alcohol-free spaces.
Internet
Free Wifi is provided to all our guests visiting Design Tasmania following a brief survey.
Pets
Unfortunately Pets are not permitted in the gallery or courtyard without written consent.
Qualified and registered Assistance Animals
Qualified and registered Assistance Animals are welcome at any time, but should be wearing appropriate identification such as jacket or harness.
Restrooms
Restrooms are publicly available for our visitors including accessible and gender neutral facilities.
FAQ
When are you open?
Monday & Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday–Saturday: 10am–3pm
Sunday: 10am–2pm
Public Holidays: Closed
What’s on at Design Tasmania?
Check our website for current exhibitions and join our mailing list to stay up to date on current and upcoming shows and events.
I live locally, can I come and shop in person?
The pop-up design concept store is now open for physical visits, and you can also shop online 24/7.
When will the other galleries open?
Galleries 3–4 as well as the Park Room are currently closed for scheduled maintenance. The galleries will reopen in full upon completion of works subject to council schedule and timing of works.