The Lock-Up

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Phone+61 (02) 4925 2265
Address90 Hunter St, Newcastle, NSW 2300, Australia
Web Sitewww.thelockup.info

Work Hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosedClosed now
Wednesday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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About the Business

The Lock-Up was the Newcastle Police Station from 1861 until its closure in 1982.

Listed in the NSW Heritage Register, the Lock-Up is believed to be the only example in NSW that includes the work of three of the State's important early architects; Alexander Dawson, Mortimer Lewis Jnr. and Walter Vernon.

Constructed in Sydney sandstone, the building is one of a row of four significant buildings that reflect the prosperity of early Newcastle.

The Lock-Up now functions as a cultural centre housing three unique spaces; The Police Station Museum, The John Paynter Gallery and event space, The Yard.

Established in 1861.

Business Name

The Lock-Up

Specialties

The Lock-Up functions as a cultural centre housing three unique spaces; The Lock-Up Museum, The Lock-Up Art Gallery and event space, The Yard. The Museum reflects the history of law and order in Newcastle. Set amongst surviving archeological and heritage sites, including original cells, it offers a unique museum experience. The Lock-Up Art Gallery is situated in the former women's exercise yard and kitchen and shows a range of exhibitions month to month. The gallery program reflects a mix of local, emerging and established contemporary artists.

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Accepts Debit Cards, Street Parking

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