Artrise officially has an opening date set, with the whole Sunbury community invited to celebrate.
The new arts hub will officially open with a community day on Saturday 14 March, with the free, family-friendly event an opportunity to explore the newly refurbished facilities at Jacksons Hill.
Hume council said the revitalisation of the site blends history with modern purpose, with the project transforming the buildings once home to the Women’s Refractory Ward and shed at the Sunbury Asylum site into a creativity and community hub.
Mayor Carly Moore welcomed the community to check out the new site.
“Artrise is a space shaped by our community, honouring the rich history of Jacksons Hill while opening new doors for creativity and connection,” she said.
“This redevelopment reflects the passion and vision of our local arts community, whose involvement has been vital every step of the way.”
On the day, expect creative demonstrations and activities from the Sunbury Arts Society, Sunbury Potters, Sunbury Woodworkers and the Boilerhouse Theatre Group.
There will also be a Wurrundjeri look out launch, gallery exhibitions and stalls from Melbourne Water, Greater Western Water, Discover Hume and more, with food and drinks available to purchase.
The community can also tour the newly upgraded buildings, and enjoy live performances.
Council said the project was made possible with support from the state government and in partnership with an appointed community advisory group and an ongoing collaboration with local creatives and the Wurrundjeri Woi-wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation.
The Artrise Community Day will be held from 2pm to 8pm. Limited parking will be available on site, however a shuttle bus service will be available from Sunbury Station and the rear of council offices in Brook Street.
Details: hume.vic.gov.au/Artrise-Community-Day
