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 a contemporary art gallery and artist residency as well as the heritage listed prison cells.

Arts Coordinator : Kerrie Coles

Research and Project Coordinator : Belinda Howden

Volunteer Coordinator : Emily Roberts

Download the Lock-Up information brochure

Download the Museum Guide