There is free Wi-Fi available throughout the Gallery, though in some places wi-fi signal can be compromised by the artworks or the architecture.
Accessibility Draft
Art is for everyone.
So is the Gallery.
Welcome to the Govett-Brewster Art Gallery | Len Lye Centre, where everyone is encouraged to explore, discover and experience art.
The Gallery offers a wide range of inclusive services, facilities and programmes available for all communities. Please talk with the team at the front desk if you have questions, concerns or require support.
We are committed to being an accessible gallery and are constantly working to remove barriers so everyone can experience our exhibitions, feel supported viewing the art, and are comfortable and safe in the building.
We value feedback and welcome suggestions that would help you to enjoy your visit.
Before Your Visit
The Gallery entrance is located at 42 Queen Street, in central New Plymouth.
Public transport is available within New Plymouth - you can view information on the urban routes here.
Two designated limited mobility parking spaces are available directly outside the Gallery entrance on Queen Street. Display of a mobility parking card is required for use of these spaces.
Please note that the surface between the footpath and the road is not level and may require you to travel to find the nearest ramp.
Non-designated car parks on surrounding streets are metered from 9am - 5pm Monday to Saturday 9am-5pm, but free on Sundays. You can use cash, credit card, or download the Pay My Park app.
The Gallery is open every day 10am-5pm.
We are closed on Christmas Day.
Visitors – $15
65+ years – $10
16+ students – $10
New Plymouth residents – Free
Friends of the Gallery – Free
Under 16s – Free
Tickets are purchased from the front desk inside the Gallery entrance on Queen Street.
If you are a resident of New Plymouth District, aged under 16, or a Friend of the Gallery, admission is free, but ID or proof of address (a Puke Ariki Library card is a handy option) will likely be required.
During Your Visit
The Gallery entrance is combined with the gift shop and accessible through the main entrance on Queen Street. The automatic sliding glass doors are on a flat level surface.
Inside the Govett-Brewster Shop and Gallery entrance is a wheelchair access ramp to the restaurant café, Monica’s Eatery, located next door.
The Gallery is set over a number of levels, which are connected by ramps, stairs and an elevator.
All spaces and facilities are mobility-friendly, and we have manual wheelchairs and a braked walking frame available for use while at the Gallery. There is no extra cost for their use, but please do call ahead and book if required.
Note that one of the ramps in the building has a steep incline - please don't hesitate to ask the Gallery team for assistance.
At various times throughout the year the Gallery team works to refresh or changes its exhibitions. During these times, some gallery spaces may have limited access or be closed to ensure safety of visitors and installation work.
The installation process can involve industrial materials and loud tools or processes - if you are sensitive to either then we recommend giving us a call or checking our website prior to your visit.
Where a significant portion of the gallery is closed, a reduced entry fee will be made available.
Breastfeeding and infant bottle feeding are welcome in the Gallery.
The Todd Energy Learning Centre can offer a quiet space, and a place to mix infant formula, when it is available - please talk to the Gallery staff if you need assistance.
Seating is readily available in most gallery spaces, with a mix of benches and lightweight portable stools. Ask a staff member if you would like a stool - they can be carried around the Gallery with you.
Food and drink is not permitted in any of the gallery spaces, but a water fountain is located near the toilets on the Ground floor. Food and drink is allowed in the Todd Energy Learning Centre.
