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Fremantle Arts Centre

1 Finnerty Street, Fremantle, Western Australia 6959, Australia
08 9432 9555
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Ranked #13 of 17 attractions in Fremantle
4.0 of 5 stars 11 Reviews
Type: History Museums, Art Museums
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Owner description: Fremantle Arts Centre works to create an environment which brings people together in the active exploration of cultural ideas. With over 150,000...... more » Owner description: Fremantle Arts Centre works to create an environment which brings people together in the active exploration of cultural ideas. With over 150,000 visitors a year, FAC is one of WA’s most dynamic multi-arts organisations, offering a rich cultural program of exhibitions, residencies, art courses, music and events on a historic site. FAC is an ambitious organisation that celebrates quality and the high standard of our programming is recognised on both a national and international level. Contemporary exhibitions, courses & workshops that inspire, a shop filled with the finest WA made wares, an expansive live music program and special events throughout the year. Open daily 10am – 5pm. Free admission. « less
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Melbourne, Australia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

Beautiful location in the old asylum. I've visited here twice on recent visits and exhibitions on both occasions were excellent. Cafe closes too early. Fabulous shop and reasonably priced quality artworks. More

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Perth
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

From it's great courtyard cafe to the gift shop stocked with stunning and original gems, the Fremantle Art Centre has much to offer. Whether it's a fantastic painting exhibition, an awsome photographic essay, or music in the courtyard, this is a wonderful Fremantle icon that really does have something for everyone. Oh, and do you know it's haunted? Urgh, check... More

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Auckland
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 April 2012

I enjoyed the art, especially a photo exhibition and the great cafe and gift shop More

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australia
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80 reviews 80 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2012

used to be an asylum and looks it but don't be put off. great local stuff and a terrific concert venue More

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Perth, Australia
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
66 helpful votes 66 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2012

We love to take visitors to the FAC - they lalwasy enjoy the grotto-like cafe surrounded with Fremantle limestone and lots of greenery, shaed with umbrellas - good food served with a smile. And then a wander through the gift shop which has wonderful locally made pottery, jewellery, wooden items, and much more that make lovely souvenirs. And books published... More

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Perth, Australia
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Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2012

The courtyard music programme on a Sunday afternoon in the warmer months is generally free and very good. A nice little craft shop, galleries and an interesting building dating from convict days. More

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Australia
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 January 2012

Trying to order food is difficult as the room is so tiny, very busy and line went out the door, could be better laid out. The outdoor eating area however is lovely. More

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Bunbury, Australia
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 December 2011

the location on the map here is about 20kms from where it is, a really spooky place, former insane asylum, artwork ok, but not a place i want to linger in More

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Perth, Australia
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65 reviews 65 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 December 2011

The arts centre has many free concerts and other events such as book launches, attracting locals and tourists alike. The surroundings are lovely and it has a great cafe with an interesting menu. It has a sad history, having historically been a mental asylum and is said to be haunted. All in all a very interesting place to visit. More

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Albany, Australia
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Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 December 2011

The art here is wonderful to behold really interesting you can spend hours in here More

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