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Tap is one of the most well-loved art galleries in Sydney and has nurtured the careers of numerous Australian artists like Andrew Logan, Carlos Barrios, Mark Hanham and James Powditch. It's also boon for Sydneysiders who need entertaining; along with exhibitions, the gallery functions as a visual and performing arts centre, and there's an exhaustive number of shows and events.

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TAP Gallery is one of Sydney’s longest-running spaces and is located in the Surry Hills area of Sydney. Established in 1990, it’s been at the heart and soul of Sydney’s burgeoning art scene for three decades, with regularly changing exhibits and the chance to talk to the artists about their work. It’s entirely uncurated approach means that it’s open to artists of all genres to exhibit or perform their work, making it one of the most exciting galleries to visit in Sydney.

TAP Gallery is an artist-run organisation, run by volunteers, with member’s subscriptions, donations and financial support. TAP Gallery is an open-policy community art space providing a platform for all artists and community groups to voice their message. This includes emerging artists from the prominent local Arts Institutions close by, many ethnic community groups, charities and also the homeless and disadvantaged.

TAP Gallery provides opportunities for these groups to have a voice, gain invaluable experience for the future and opportunities to raise funds. They are afforded freedom of expression; are given the opportunity to communicate to a wider audience, and in so doing, help shift and broaden public awareness. TAP’s guiding philosophy and policy is to be inclusive of all.

TAP Gallery is an Incorporated Association (NON Profit) run by a steering committee who manage the space, oversee maintenance of the space, and help the artist present & promote their work through TAP’s comprehensive website.

TAP Gallery operates principally as an art gallery which also stages drawing and painting classes. The art gallery is open daily 12pm to 6pm and is free to the public.