Alan Baker Art Gallery at Macaria
The Alan Baker Art Gallery showcases the work of local Australian artist, Alan Baker, alongside other notable Australian artists. Through our exhibitions and program of art workshops, the Alan Baker Art Gallery has established itself as a vibrant part of Camden’s historical and cultural precinct.
Opening Hours: Thursday – Sunday, 11am–4pm
Address: Alan Baker Art Gallery, Macaria, 37 John St, Camden NSW 2570
Phone: 4653 3111
Email: alanbakerartgallery@camden.nsw.gov.au
Camden Art Collections: Part 2
OPEN 6/12/25-31/5/26
Camden Art Collections Part 2 showcases a curated selection from the Camden Art Collection: an evolving contemporary archive of more than 200 artworks gathered over the past 46 years. Spanning painting, works on paper, sculpture, textiles and more, the collection reflects the diverse and continually shifting creative landscape of the Macarthur region.
This exhibition highlights artworks acquired through the annual acquisitive Camden Art Prize, alongside purchased and gifted pieces collected between 1988 and 2003. Included are significant works from Camden’s sister cities, Shonan and Kashiwa (Japan), shared through the Camden International Friendship Association (CIFA).
Find the exhibition catalogue here
Find our past exhibition catalogues here
Public Program
Alan Baker Art Gallery is excited to facilitate a program of workshops, classes, tours and events in Camden which cater to both children and adults. These classes and creative workshops draw on the knowledge and experience of local artists and art teachers. Subscribe to our Mailing List found at the bottom of the page to be notified of our Public Program. Prior to booking, please read our Terms & Conditions.
Online Drawing Workshops
A self-directed lesson plan that is accessible for all ages. Follow along step by step as we get creative and cover a range of technical drawing skills in each workshop! Download the below PDFs for the step-by-step instructional drawing workshops:
Macaria - A Camden Icon
Macaria, which today houses the Alan Baker Art Gallery, has been a prominent feature in Camden since the town’s infancy. Originally built in 1859-1860 as a schoolhouse by Henry Thompson, the building has since been used for many things; including a private home; the Camden Grammar School; the residence and rooms of doctors and dentists including popular local physician Dr Francis West. In 1965 Macaria was purchased by Camden Council and used as Camden Library and later, offices for the Mayor, Town Clark and staff.
Macaria is a fine example of an early Victorian Gentleman’s Townhouse. Designed and built in the Picturesque Gothic, Renaissance Revival style, Macaria features gabled windows, high chimneys, stone trims and a wooden porch. Sympathetically renovated and restored in 2017, the historical features including the Oregon timber flooring, Australian cedar architraves and mahogany skirting boards have been retained.
Macaria is also significant in the folklore of Camden. Tales two ghosts, Sarah and Billy, who are rumoured to wander Macaria’s halls, are an enduring part of Camden’s mythology. Fortunately, Gallery staff have reported no sightings.
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