The Condensery Somerset Regional Art Gallery

The Condensery Somerset Regional Art Gallery The Condensery is a producer and presenter of contemporary art exhibitions, programs and activities
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THE CONDENSERY DELIVERS EXCEPTIONAL CREATIVE PRACTICE TO THE COMMUNITY THROUGH EXHIBITIONS, EVENTS, PERFORMANCES AND THE COMMISSION OF NEW WORK BY LIVING ARTISTS. The Condensery | Somerset Regional Art Gallery in Toogoolawah is a unique cultural precinct, formerly home to the Nestlé condensed milk factory packing facility. It was officially opened to the public on Wednesday 2 December 2015. Locate

d within the Somerset region, encompassing the land of the Dungibara, Jinibara, Jagera, Yuggera, and Ugarapul peoples, The Condensery is a producer and presenter of contemporary visual arts content, committed to showcasing work by living artists that diversifies the experiences, knowledge and capacity of our community and visitors. Through the presentation of exhibitions, arts education and public programs, The Condensery has become a creative and cultural hub for community and visitors alike. Owned and operated by Somerset Regional Council, the gallery supports local creatives through employment and exhibitions and provides access to professional and creative development opportunities for all. OPEN
9am - 5pm Mon - Fri
10am - 4pm Sat - Sun
Closed Public Holidays

Get creative with clay in The Creation Station ! Responding to themes in our current exhibitions, get hands-on with clay...
25/05/2026

Get creative with clay in The Creation Station !

Responding to themes in our current exhibitions, get hands-on with clay and create your own vessels.

Use natural materials like leaves, sticks, and gumnuts to add textures and patterns inspired by the world around you.

Take your creation home or add it to display in the Creation Station showcase!

Create anytime during our opening hours from 10am to 4pm, Wed to Sunday.

Photos by Naomi McKenzie

21/05/2026

WELCOME to our new followers !

The Condensery is a regional art gallery located in Toogoolawah, Queensland, Australia.

Curious? Visit us.

We are open 10am – 4pm, Wednesday to Sunday.



Presented in The Condensery’s Bomb Shelter, ‘Unturned’ uses the stone as motif to explore our relationship with the natu...
21/05/2026

Presented in The Condensery’s Bomb Shelter, ‘Unturned’ uses the stone as motif to explore our relationship with the natural world,

Artist Hannah Stanton carefully mimics the textures and imperfections of stones observed on daily walks, creating sculptural ceramic pieces to form an immersive installation.

‘Unturned’ invites viewers to slow down, look closely, and reconnect with the beauty of small and ordinary objects.

‘Unturned’ is now on display until 12 July 2026.

Visit during our opening hours from 10am to 4pm, Wed to Sunday.

Photos by Naomi McKenzie

‘Earthen form’ profiles the works of contemporary Somerset ceramicists who have taken inspiration from the natural col...
19/05/2026

‘Earthen form’ profiles the works of contemporary Somerset
ceramicists who have taken inspiration from the natural colours and forms of region. The featured works reflect the ongoing relationship between the environment, materials and community.

This regional project also brings together ‘Shifting Ground’ artists and Toogoolawah State High School students. Students explored themes of place through hands-on ceramic making with guidance from ‘Shifting Ground’ curator Larissa Warren and artist Ulrica Trulson. Outcomes from these sessions are proudly on display as part of ‘Earthen form’.

Visit during our opening hours from 10am to 4pm, Wed to Sunday.

Gallery wall illustration by Sandi Hook

Photos by Naomi McKenzie

Curated by artist and researcher Larissa Warren, ‘Shifting Ground’ delves into the rich history of women potters from ...
15/05/2026

Curated by artist and researcher Larissa Warren, ‘Shifting Ground’ delves into the rich history of women potters from Tamborine Mountain, Queensland.

It features a dynamic selection of artworks by twelve contemporary Australian artists, alongside a poignant collection of historical pieces by women potters from the region.

Curious ?

‘Shifting Ground’ is now on display until 12 July 2026. Visit during our opening hours from 10am to 4pm, Wed to Sunday.

Photo by Naomi McKenzie

'SHIFTING GROUND' IS A TOURING EXHIBITION CURATED BY LARISSA WARREN AND PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SCENIC RIM REGIONAL COUNCIL AND MUSEUMS & GALLERIES QUEENSLAND. THIS PROJECT HAS BEEN ASSISTED BY THE AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT’S VISIONS OF AUSTRALIA PROGRAM. MUSEUMS & GALLERIES QUEENSLAND IS SUPPORTED BY THE QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT THROUGH ARTS QUEENSLAND.

What a beautiful weekend at The Condensery with ‘Shifting Ground’ artist Stephanie James-Manttan ✨ Stephanie led a hands...
14/05/2026

What a beautiful weekend at The Condensery with ‘Shifting Ground’ artist Stephanie James-Manttan ✨

Stephanie led a hands-on workshop where participants explored local landscapes, flora, and fauna while creating their own clay brooches.

‘Shifting Ground’ is now on display until July 12.

Visit during our opening hours from 10am to 4pm,
Wed to Sunday.

Photos by Naomi McKenzie

To celebrate the opening of our new exhibitions The Condensery held a special drop-in clay experience for children and t...
13/05/2026

To celebrate the opening of our new exhibitions The Condensery held a special drop-in clay experience for children and their families! 🌞🍃

Led by ‘Shifting Ground’ artist Stephanie James Manttan, children explored clay, natural slips from Tamborine Mountain, and organic materials to make their own unique creations.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this fantastic session !

Our three new exhibitions – ‘Shifting Ground’, ‘Earthen form’ and ‘Unturned’ are on display until 12 July 2026.

Visit during our opening hours from 10am to 4pm, Wednesday to Sunday.

Photos by Naomi McKenzie

Celebrate the opening of ‘Shifting Ground’ at The Condensery! ✨Join us from 5 - 7pm tonight for the opening of our three...
08/05/2026

Celebrate the opening of
‘Shifting Ground’ at The Condensery! ✨

Join us from 5 - 7pm tonight for the opening of our three new exhibitions, 'Shifting Ground', ‘Earthen form’, and 'Unturned'.

Hear from ‘Shifting Ground’ artist and curator Larissa Warren who will discuss the different approaches to contemporary ceramic production seen in the exhibition.

'Shifting Ground ' is a celebratory exhibition that explores how clay, as both material and metaphor, can carry stories across time, connecting past makers with present-day artists. By sharing locally sourced clays, material research, and community stories, this project invites reflection on resilience, place-based practice, and the unseen labour of creative women in regional Australia.

Exhibitions on display from 2 May – 12 July 2026

Image: Ulrica Trulsson, Textured Wild Clay Small Boxes (5), 2023
Eagles Close clay, School clay slip, Eva and Alice clays and slips
Display: 8 x 35 x 7cm
Courtesy of the artist.

Shifting ground' is a touring exhibition curated by Larissa Warren and presented in partnership with Scenic Rim Regional Council and Museums & Galleries Queensland. this project has been assisted by the Australian Government’s visions of Australia program. Museums & Galleries Queensland is supported by the Queensland government through arts Queensland.

THE CONDENSERY is closed while we install our next exhibitions.We will reopen Saturday 2 May with our new exhibitions 'S...
28/04/2026

THE CONDENSERY is closed while we install our next exhibitions.

We will reopen Saturday 2 May with our new exhibitions 'Shifting Ground’, ‘Earthen form’ and ‘Unturned’

Join us at The Condensery to celebrate the exhibitions at the official opening on Friday 8 May from 5 – 7pm.

RSVP and find out more via The Condensery's website! 😊

Calling all little makers !To celebrate the opening of Shifting Ground The Condensery is hosting a free drop in clay exp...
24/04/2026

Calling all little makers !

To celebrate the opening of Shifting Ground The Condensery is hosting a free drop in clay experience for children on Saturday 9 May from 10 am – 11:30am.

Led by Shifting Ground artist Stephanie James-Manttan, children will experiment with clay to shape and decorate unique pieces.

Children can take their creations home or leave them at The Condensery’s Creation Station to become part of a collaborative wall display.

Bookings are essential and can be made via the link in bio

Address

29 Factory Road
Toogoolawah, QLD
4313

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+61754231036

Website

https://www.somerset.qld.gov.au/Your-Council/Expressions-of-Interest/Expression-of-Int

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