Hawthorn Arts Centre
A grand heritage arts centre in Hawthorn with a 4.5 rating across 537 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Hawthorn Arts Centre is a cultural venue in Hawthorn, Melbourne, presenting a changing programme of exhibitions, music and performances, workshops and public arts activities. The centre is at 360 Burwood Road and includes the Town Hall Gallery, while its programme also extends to events at Kew Court House.
The listed 2026 programme shows the range of work on offer. Exhibitions include Nourish by Joanne ‘budgie’ Jemmeson, Illuminated Stillness by Lucy Watts and Quiet Corners: The art of AME Bale. Performance highlights include Strings and Voices: Invenio and Harpedelique and The Linda Ronstadt Show, while a floristry design workshop adds a hands-on option. Exhibition entry for the named Town Hall Gallery shows is listed as free, with separate prices provided for some performances and workshops.
Visitors can see current and past exhibitions through the online exhibitions gallery, and the centre also offers spaces for hire. Its programme suits people looking for visual art, live music, creative learning or local public events, whether visiting a gallery exhibition or attending a scheduled performance. The centre and Town Hall Gallery list weekday hours, with the gallery also open on Saturday afternoons.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Tuesday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Wednesday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- ThursdayToday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Friday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 16:00
- Sunday
- Closed
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 79
- Popularity
- 83
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
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