About Perth Cultural Centre
Perth Cultural Centre is a pedestrian cultural precinct located between the Perth central business district and Northbridge in Western Australia. It houses major state cultural institutions including WA Museum Boola Bardip, the Art Gallery of Western Australia, the State Library of Western Australia, Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts and the State Theatre Centre of WA. The open-air plaza hosts public art, events and festivals and serves as a central gathering place linking the city and entertainment district.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an open, paved pedestrian plaza surrounded by major cultural institutions. The precinct features museum and gallery buildings, theatre venues, public art installations, landscaped seating areas and event spaces. Visitors can explore exhibitions at WA Museum Boola Bardip and the Art Gallery of Western Australia, visit the State Library, attend performances at the State Theatre Centre, view contemporary art at PICA, and attend free outdoor events, markets and festivals. Cafes and open spaces provide areas to rest between venues.
Key highlights
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WA Museum Boola Bardip with natural and cultural history exhibitions
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Art Gallery of Western Australia with state art collection
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State Library of Western Australia
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State Theatre Centre of Western Australia and Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts (PICA)