4A Centre for Contemporary Asian Art

4A Centre for Contemporary Asian Art is located at 181 - 187 Hay Street, Haymarket, Sydney.

4A Centre for Contemporary Asian Art fosters excellence and innovation in contemporary Asian and Australian culture through research, documentation, development, discussion and presentation of contemporary visual art.

We believe that Asian cultural thinking will have an important impact on the future. 4As aim is to ensure contemporary visual art plays a central role in understanding the dynamic relationship between Australia and the Asia-Pacific region.

4A has a distinctive approach to addressing Australias cultural diversity through a dynamic program including local and international exhibitions, public programs, workshops, seminars, symposiums and community activities. These have been recognised locally and internationally as having raised awareness of Asian-Australian art and culture and Australias place in the Asia-Pacific region.

History

4A Centre for Contemporary Asian Art is an initiative of the Asian Australian Artists Association (4A), a non-profit organisation established in 1996 to present and promote the work of Asian and Asian-Australian artists. This organisation was established by a group of artists who were keen to address the cultural contribution of Asian migration to Australia and to develop Asian and Australian cultural relations.

The Asian Australian Artists Association launched Gallery 4A in 1997 on Sussex Street in Sydneys Chinatown. In 1999 it relocated to larger premises on Liverpool Street with facilities for two galleries. In October 2000 the Asian Australian Artists Association relocated to its current location, the historic Corporation Building, a City of Sydney owned building. In 2009 the organisation was renamed 4A Centre for Contemporary Asian Art.

Previous Directors include Melissa Chiu (founding Director) and Binghui Huangfu. Early members include: John Young, Vicente Butron, Chris Pang, Kim Moore, Philip OToole, Felicia Kan, Victoria Lobregat, Emil Goh, David Lui, Kate Mizrahi, Dacchi Dang, Lindy Lee, Guan Wei, Melissa Chiu, Laurens, Teck Tan, Cindy Pan, Hari Ho,Su-Lin Tse and My Lee Thi.

4A in Chinatown

4A plays a critical role in participating in the larger inter-Asian dialogue amongst partner organisations internationally. It has a sustained engagement with the ongoing critical discourse surrounding contemporary art in the Asia-pacific and has recently renewed its commitment to ensuring that this forms the core of its community engagement program. 4As strategic location in the heart of Chinatown means that it plays a vital role in shaping the cultural life of Chinatown precinct.

Venue Hire

4A Centre for Contemporary Asian Art is an ideal venue for launches, cocktail parties, presentations, celebrations, and corporate events. Located in the heart of Sydneys Chinatown, 4A occupies a historic building providing a distinctive setting for private or corporate events.

Give your guests a unique experience immersed in contemporary art. Our regularly changing exhibition program will ensure every event will be a unique experience.

4A is conveniently located on Hay Street, between Pitt and George St, behind the Capitol Theatre.

The gallery is easily accessible by public transport, including Central Station which is only a 5 minute walk. A number of secure parking stations are within walking distance to the gallery.

The gallery can accommodate up to 200 guests*.
*This capacity is a guide only, and is variable depending on the exhibition on display at the time. It is the responsibility of the Hirer to determine suitable capacity for the individual needs of the event.

To assist with the organisation of your event, we can recommend our preferred suppliers for catering, drinks service, and hire of technical equipment.

For bookings and enquires, please contact Summar Hipworth 02 9212 0380.

Open Hours

Tuesday - Saturday 11am - 6pm, except on Public Holidays.

Getting Here

4A is located on Hay Street, between Pitt and George St, behind The Capitol Theatre.
The gallery is easily accessible by public transport.

Train

Central Station is a 5 minute walk and is serviced by all major train lines in Sydney.

Bus

Buses run frequently to and from the following stops. For more information and to plan your journey see www.131500.com.au.

George St at Campbell Street:
412, 413, 431, 433, 436, 438, 439, 440, 461, 470, 480, 483, 501, 555

George St at Rawson Place:
412, 413, 431, 433, 461,480, 483, 501

Pitt St near Rawson Lane:
610, 613, 614, 615, 616

Pitt St at Eddy Avenue:
339, 374, 376, 391, 422, 423, 426, 428

Light Rail

The Capitol Square stop is directly outside the gallery on Hay Street.

Driving

A number of secure parking stations are within walking distance to the gallery:
Capitol Square Carpark - Campbell Street
Market City Parking - 2 Quay Street
Goulburn Street Parking - corner Elizabeth and Goulburn Street

Time: Tue-Sat: 11am-6pm, except on Public Holidays