Durban Art Gallery

Durban Art Gallery Durban Art Gallery The Durban Art Gallery, now in its second century of existence, is home to collections that are as diverse as the eThekwini population.

The Gallery has a comprehensive collection of artworks, and constantly rotates displays from its permanent collection, interspersing them with traveling exhibitions of contemporary and historic pictures and artifacts. Contact Details:
2nd Floor Smith Street, City Hall, Smith Street
031 311 2264

The Durban Art Gallery collections include everything from current and historical art and artefacts of

KwaZulu-Natal to English masterpieces, from anonymous carvings, clay pots and beadwork to the works of celebrated South African artists like Andrew Verster and Penny Siopis. The Gallery celebrated its centenary in 1992. Cathcart William Methven, Harbour Engineer of the day, gave one of his paintings to the Town Council in 1892. Various donations and purchases were subsequently made, and in 1920 Colonel R.H. Whitwell, art connoisseur and philanthropist, presented over 400 works to the Gallery, including British, French and Dutch paintings, objets d'art such as French and Chinese ceramics, early glass vases by Lalique and bronzes by Rodin. This established the character of the foreign collection. From the 1970s on, many works of local artists and crafts-people were added to the collection, and the Gallery's collecting focus is now largely concentrated on works which reflect the rich multi-cultural diversity of Durban and South Africa. The holdings now include over 3500 works.

30/03/2026

CALL FOR ARTISTS | GLENWOOD VILLAGE AFFORDABLE ART SHOW
Glenwood Village is excited to launch our very first Affordable Art Show as part of the Glenwood Village Market on Saturday, 9 May (9am–2pm) and we’re inviting local artists to be part of it!

The concept is simple: All artworks must be R1000 or less, making original art accessible to everyone while supporting local creatives.

We’re looking for:
Original artworks (painting, illustration, photography, mixed media, prints, etc.)
Pieces that are ready to hang or display
Works priced at R1000 or under

Why take part?
Sell your work to a supportive local community
Be part of a curated art showcase
Get exposure through our market and social platforms

Key details:
Event Date: Saturday, 9 May
Drop-off: Thursday 7 May & Friday 8 May at Glenwood Village Shopping Centre (exact locations and times TBC)
Commission: 10% on all sales

How to apply:
Complete the submission form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfbmHq4mTzJDLp_45pvw8aSygpPAB_m-xiqaOtY3hapYZNFFg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=106631387431839633254
(Spaces are limited - selected artists will be confirmed)

Let’s make art more accessible and celebrate the incredible creative talent in our community
Tag an artist who should be part of this



Glenwood Village Shopping Centre

Address

Anton Lembede Street, 480 Smith Street
Durban
4091

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 16:00
Tuesday 08:30 - 16:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 16:00
Thursday 08:30 - 16:00
Friday 08:30 - 16:00
Saturday 08:30 - 16:00
Sunday 11:00 - 16:00

Telephone

+27313221163

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