The Spirit of the Gulf
Journey to the
Dreamtime
Ancient Journeys is an Aboriginal-owned gallery and gift shop in Cairns, showcasing authentic Aboriginal art from the Lower Gulf of Carpentaria, alongside First Nations art and gifts from across Australia.
Opportunity Through Art
A Cultural Marketplace
Ancient Journeys is an Indigenous gallery and retail space, established as an initiative of the Gulf Regional Economic Aboriginal Trust (GREAT) to connect Aboriginal artists from remote Lower Gulf communities with visitors in Cairns, one of Australia’s major tourism destinations.
Ancient Journeys also brings together authentic Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, artefacts, products and cultural works from across Australia, offering a diverse range of cultural styles in one accessible space for in-person and online audiences.
Ancient Journeys is a signatory to the Indigenous Art Code.
Each purchase supports First Nations artists and helps sustain cultural practice, artistic opportunity and ethical trade.
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From The Collection
Signed Limited Edition Print Kelly Barclay - Saltwater Crocodile 81.5cm x 35cm
$295.00
Aurukun Camp Dog, Ku', by Leigh Namponan 52.5cm Tall, Wik & Kugu Art Centre
$3,000.00
Ceramic Square Plate with Hand-Painted Artwork by Cheryl Oliver 20cm x 20cm (Lime Green, Yellows, Browns, Oranges, Metallic Gold & White)
$145.00
Boomerang Hand-Painted Featuring Original Artwork by Warlukurlangu Artists (Orange & White)
$90.00
Australian Made Aboriginal Tie with “Kangaroo Story” Light Blue Artwork by Norman Cox
$49.00
Tjanpi Desert Weavers Raffia & Wool Tjilkamarta (Echidna) Sculpture by Justine Anderson (Green, Black, Yellow, Orange, Red)
$231.00
Wide Cuff with Emu Dreaming Artwork (in Pinks Oranges) by Raymond Walters Japanangka
$195.00
Australian Made Boxed Silk Scarf with Aboriginal Artwork "Bush Grasses” (Red & Orange) Artwork by Jeannie Petyarre
$130.00
Commitment to Authenticity
Ancient Journeys is a proud signatory to the Indigenous Art Code, reflecting our commitment to ethical trade in Indigenous art and products. We source responsibly, support fair payment to artists, and respect cultural rights - so you can purchase with confidence.
Read Our Ethics Policy