The facility has been closed to the public since March 2020 during the pandemic, with the space recently being used to host City Council meetings.
The intention is to re-open the gallery to exhibitions again later this year. Money has been set aside in the budget for a re-opening in July, but there is still uncertainty about whether they can reopen then or have to wait a couple of months. Public health measures might still be in place that would prevent a move back to council chambers, where there is not enough space for social distancing.
If council meetings have to stay put at Chapel Gallery for a little longer, it will constrain the space within the gallery for potential exhibitions.