Book Signing FAQs

To help your visit run smoothly, we’ve answered the most common questions about attending our book signing events. We look forward to seeing you!

Where is the gallery and what time does it open?

Beinart Gallery is located at 307 Victoria St, Brunswick.
A priority signing for visitors with small children ( age 5 and under) or limited mobility will run from 10am - 11am, followed by general access from 11am - 2pm.

Is the event free to attend? Do I need a ticket?

Our book signings and the exhibitions are free to attend and do not require a ticket.

How many books can I get signed? Can I bring something else to be signed?

The signing is limited to 2 books per person and will be for books only. No prints, posters or other objects will be signed on the day.

Is parking available?

There is very limited 1 and 2 hr street parking around the gallery. Other options include:

3hr parking at Firth St and Lobb St (3 min walk)
Paid parking at Care Park, 31 Ballarat St (3 min walk)
Paid parking at Secure Parking, 8 Florence St (8 min walk)

What are the closest public transportation stops?

Our closest train station is: Upfield Line, Brunswick Station (200 m)
Our closest tram stop is: Route 19 - Victoria Street - Stop 23 (150 m)
and other options include Routes: 1 and 6 - Victoria Street - Stop 124 (1.1 km)

I have small children / I have limited mobility and cannot stand in queue for an extended period. Can I come early?

Yes, at our book signing events we provide priority access from 10 am to 11 am for visitors with small children, limited mobility, or sensory sensitivities.
Admittance to the priority queue will end at 11am, after this point any newly arrived attendees will need to join the general access queue.

Can I purchase books at the event? Can I bring my own books from home?

Yes, we have a selection of books by our guest artist available for purchase at the gallery.
Please ensure books are purchased before joining the queue. If you already own books by our guest artist, you are welcome to bring them along, however please note there is a limit of 2 books per person for signing.

I cannot attend in person, can I purchase a signed book online or have one shipped to me?

Unfortunately, no. Due to the high volume of attendees at our book signing events, guest artists are only able to sign books for those attending in person. We’re therefore unable to offer signed copies for online purchase or shipping.

Is the queue to get books signed indoors?

Unfortunately we're unable to accommodate queuing indoors; the queue begins outside the gallery. Please consider bringing sunscreen and a waterbottle and whatever else you may need to remain comfortable in Melbourne's unpredictable weather.

I only want to view the gallery's current exhibition. Do I need to queue?

No, the queue is only for the book signing; the gallery will be open for viewing from 11am - 5pm.

Is the gallery wheelchair accessible?

The gallery is located in an Edwardian-era building, and as such there are two steps up to the gallery entrance. Upon request we are happy to set up a portable ramp to facilitate access to the gallery's ground floor, which houses our current exhibitions and hosts our book signing events. Unfortunately, the second floor of the gallery (our inventory showcase) is only accessible via a set of carpeted stairs.