Tandanya — a Kaurna word meaning ‘place of the red kangaroo’ — is the oldest Aboriginal-owned and operated arts centre, with almost three decades under its belt. Located on Grenfell St in the East End of the city, the museum is an interactive arts space that promotes the art and story-telling of Australia’s First Peoples.
Visitors can experience the vibrancy and diversity of contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures through performing and visual arts. There are 4 galleries with a range of exciting exhibitions throughout the year, showcasing traditional and contemporary visual art and sculpture.
253 Grenfell St, Adelaide
Please visit their website for more info, opening hours and current exhibits
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