Aljira, a Center for Contemporary Art

Aljira, a Center for Contemporary Art, is different from most of the art galleries you have probably been to, in that the walls are hung with artists who are not yet famous. Aljira as a word comes from the Australian Aboriginal word for dreamtime, and it is a place dedicated to making artistic dreams come to life. Emerging and under-represented artists are showcased, while public understanding is strengthened through community-based educational programming. Guest curators bring their hearts and souls to refreshing exhibitions, from giant murals to gory portraits. Saturdays occasionally bring jazz concerts to expand your cultural repertoire even further.