About Footscray Community Arts Centre
Footscray Community Arts Centre is a contemporary community arts centre located at 45 Moreland Street, Footscray, on the banks of the Maribyrnong River in Melbourne's inner west, Victoria. Established in 1974 as Australia's first community arts centre, it presents contemporary visual arts, performance, and community-engaged programs with a focus on First Nations and culturally diverse artists.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a riverside arts precinct with gallery spaces, performance venues, studios and outdoor areas set along the Maribyrnong River. The centre hosts rotating contemporary art exhibitions, live performances, workshops and public programs. The site includes heritage industrial buildings, landscaped grounds and river views, with spaces to explore exhibitions, attend events and participate in creative workshops.
Key highlights
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Riverside location on the Maribyrnong River with outdoor amphitheatre and gardens
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Contemporary art galleries presenting exhibitions by First Nations and diverse contemporary artists
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Live performance program including theatre, dance and music
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Community arts workshops and public programs
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Historic industrial buildings repurposed as arts studios and venues