The Wangaratta region in Victoria is home to several notable art galleries that showcase a diverse range of artwork and support regional artists. The Wangaratta Art Gallery presents a comprehensive program of national, state, and regional exhibitions, featuring contemporary art, textile art, small sculpture, and art by significant artists from the north-east region of Victoria. Established in 1987, the gallery is located in a heritage building in the Arts and Culture Precinct and offers a unique experience for visitors. The gallery also hosts the prestigious Wangaratta Contemporary Textile Award, a biennial event that attracts artists and visitors from across Australia.
Another notable gallery in Wangaratta is the Art Gallery on Ovens, an artist-run community-minded gallery that supports regional artists while offering a professional venue for art exhibitions. The gallery features two exhibition spaces, hosting solo and small group exhibitions by resident and guest artists, as well as a young artist mentor program. Visitors can also enjoy browsing the Foyer Gift Shop, which showcases extraordinary work by local, national, and international artists and designers.