Jen Denzin & Oliver Harlan The Gold Room 2018. Image courtesy the artist. Photography by Jessie Jane Photography.

The Lock-Up’s commitment to delivering outstanding artistic programming would not be possible without the generous support of government funding bodies, corporate sponsors and private donors.

government partners and sponsors


The development of this website is part of Museums & Galleries of NSW’s Lets Get Digital initiative, proudly supported by the NSW Government though Create NSW as part of Arts Restart.

 

supporters and cultural partners

 

The Lock Up is a not-for-profit organisation that relies on the support of generous people like you.

Making a donation is an incredible way to support Australian artists and engage deeply with a nationally recognised organisation and its surrounding artistic community.

 

By making a donation, you will help us on our mission to continue supporting artists via the commission of new and experimental works, both now and into the future. Donations can be made as one-off payments, or as monthly or yearly deposits.

 

All funds donated are 100% tax deductible.

The Lock Up is a not-for-profit organisation that relies on the support of generous people like you.

Becoming a part of The Lock-Up’s Patrons Program is an incredible way to support Australian artists and engage deeply with a nationally recognised organisation and its surrounding artistic community.

 

From tailored exhibition previews to intimate studio tours and artist lunches, the Patrons Program is designed to give supporters unique and intimate experiences. You will get to know our team, meet featured artists and special guests from across Australia as well as connect with other like-minded art lovers.

 

Support through our Patrons Program will help us on The Lock-Up’s mission to continue supporting artists to create new and experimental works.

 

All money donated will help foster our dynamic vision of  supporting artists, both now and into the future.

 

Funds donated through The Lock-Up’s Patron Program are 100% tax deductible.


Patrons are acknowledged at the following levels:

  • Fanatic $1,000 +
  • Advocate $2,500 +
  • Investor $5,000 +
  • Champion $10,000 +
  • Commissioner $25,000 +

 

Donations can be made as one-off payments, or as monthly or yearly deposits.

Donor names will be acknowledged on The Lock-Up’s Patrons Wall once monthly or yearly donations reach a level of $1,000. If joining as an ‘Advocate’ or above names will be moved up the board as the monthly or yearly payments reach the next level.

Fanatic $1,000+ 

As an Art Fanatic, you will receive access to pre-opening events and access to The Lock-Up’s Annual Patrons VIP night as well as the Patrons newsletter.


Advocate $2,500+ 

Art Advocates enjoy access to pre-opening events and invitations to The Lock-Up’s Annual Patrons Program VIP event. You will receive the Patrons newsletter and your support will be acknowledged across all of The Lock-Up platforms. 

 

Investor $5,000+ 

As an Art Investor, you will receive access to pre-opening events and invitations to The Lock-Up’s Annual Patrons Program VIP event. You will receive behind the scene tours of The Lock-Up exhibitions as well as invitations to artist studios. You will receive the Patrons newsletter and your support will be acknowledged across all of The Lock-Up platforms. 

 

Champion $10,000+

As Champion, you will experience all that you receive as an Art Investor, plus invitations to the VIP Annual Artist Lunch. You will also have access to an annual tour of a private collection, delivered by a collector.

 

Commissioner $25,000+ 

Commissioners are the leaders of The Lock-Up’s donor community. They enjoy all the experiences above as well as dedicated, personalised services and bespoke contemporary art experiences.

As a not-for-profit, The Lock-Up relies on a team of dedicated volunteers to help us to keep our doors open each day. The Lock-Up Volunteer Program attracts people with a range of backgrounds and skills, a shared commitment to the organisation and a desire to help us carry out our day-to-day activities.

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THE LOCK-UP: 1800S POLICE STATION REIMAGINED AS A CONTEMPORARY ART SPACE

+61 2 4925 2265
90 Hunter Street
Newcastle NSW 2300
Australia

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