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Tandanya, National Aboriginal Cultural Institute Inc.

253 Grenfell Street, Adelaide, South Australia 5000, Australia
61882243200
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Ranked #25 of 67 attractions in Adelaide
4.5 of 5 stars 9 Reviews
Type: Speciality Museums, Art Museums
Owner description: Tandanya is a visionary and vibrant place to explore and experience contemporary and traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture,...... more » Owner description: Tandanya is a visionary and vibrant place to explore and experience contemporary and traditional Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, through the performing and visual arts. Walk through art exhibitions or take a tour, watch a cultural presentation and performance (Tues-Sun at 12 noon), browse through our award winning shop or hire our amazing gallery spaces and theatre. « less
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Davis
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66 reviews 66 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

I was disappointed that there was no live demonstration, as I'd hoped, and the film was delayed, but the "Deadly-Between Heaven and Hell" exhibit was worth the visit and the indigenous art in the gift shop worth browsing. More

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Adelaide, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2012

I took visitors here and the staff were great. They explained and chatted easily with my friends about culture and we saw a play by the Aboriginal dance group which was a bonus. The shop has enough to buy a memento to take home. More

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See 16 more reviews by FrankChris545 for Adelaide
Brisbane, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2012

Really interesting Indigenous exhibitions. Friendly and informative Aboriginal gallery assistant. More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012

cool. its a nice atmosfere and i enjoyed passing by for a 15 min or so... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2012

We had our very own personal Torres Strait Islander (Michale) dressed in traditional dress to explain his origins, the culture of the Torres Strait Island people, their language, their songs and dances. Even though the theatre could hold 100 he put on the show as if it were full, when it was just my wife and I shaking the shells... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 October 2011

As a complete ignoramus to art let alone Aboriginal art, I found the Tandanya centre inspiring and it sparked an interest into what is Aboriginal art (I still have very little understanding, but I think this centre has opened my eyes a little to what there is). For someone with previously little interest in art, I'd recommend going here and... More

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 August 2011

The sophistication and beauty of the art works was far above my expectations. It was a highlight of my trip to Adelaide. Thank you More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2011
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The exhibitions were amazing, And was thrilled to be able to talk to Auntie Steph. The cultural presentation at middY was a great balance of sobering and inspiring information, humor and deadly yidaki playing, don't miss it. Make sure you go to the gift shop to get authentic cultural gifts. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2009
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It's free to get into the museum but I was after seeing the 'show'/presentation by a local man. This cost $5 (if I remember correctly) He explained a little about Aboriginal history and how Australia has changed for Aboriginals. Then he played the didgeridoo which was fantastic! This lasted about 30 minutes after which I strolled around the museum looking... More

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