PICA believes that art is for everyone and plays a vital role in creating inclusive communities. Our welcoming gallery environment celebrates diversity, free from discrimination and harassment for people of all lived experiences.
Increasing access to and participation in arts and cultureis one of our central aims. The Social Model of Disability informs what we do, seeing people as being disabled by barriers in society rather than by their differences. We recognise that disability is one aspect of a person’s life and does not determine who they are.
Disability may not always be visible, and we aim to remove barriers for people living with memory loss, along with sensory and mental health conditions. PICA offers a range of facilities and services to meet peoples’ access needs and works closely with community and access partners to deliver supported programs for diverse audiences and under-represented groups.

Visual Story: How to access PICA and what to expect
See our step-by-step visual and written guide for visitors and learn what to expect on your visit. This helpful guide takes you through every space in the building and includes images of each space.

Access Events
PICA offers a range of events tailored to specific access needs. Our events include quiet hours, tactile tours, Auslan-interpreted artist talks and more.

Access Symbols
Access symbols like the one above provide a clear way for visitors, audiences and staff to identify accessibility features at a glance. These symbols appear throughout PICA’s website to help inform audiences about their visit.
To view and learn more about PICA’s access symbols, click the button below.
Facilities
Cloaking
Cloaking is available for free at the front desk. Cloaking is optional for visitors, with the exception of larger items (e.g., suitcases or skateboards).
Toilets & Baby Change Facilities
On the first floor, accessible toilets are equipped with handrails, an automatic soap dispenser and an assistance alarm. The bathroom door is manual.
Baby change facilities are available in the accessible toilet on the first floor.
Toilets are available on the ground floor at Picabar.
Nearby accessible toilets
The Perth Cultural Centre has an automated Exceloo toilet at the Cultural Centre car park and the Citiplace Rest Centre.
Wheelchair and Pram Access
The main entrance to PICA and alternative entry via Picabar are wheelchair accessible.
All levels of the PICA building and gallery spaces are accessible via lift.
The hardwood and board floors of the galleries are suitable for mobility aids.
Quiet Times & Low Sensory Sessions
In addition to our weekly Wednesday Quiet Hour, low sensory sessions can be arranged upon request to provide a comfortable environment that supports children and adults with Autism and specific sensory needs. Please contact us at (08) 9228 6300 or info@pica.org.au to discuss your needs.