La Trobe University Visual Arts Centre

The La Trobe University Visual Arts Centre is a multi purpose contemporary visual arts facility. Located in the heart of Bendigo’s arts precinct, it features two galleries, two sculpture courtyards, an auditorium and an artist in residence apartment and studio. 

In addition to an exhibition program that seeks to present the cutting edge in contemporary art, the Centre aims to engage with the community through a public lecture program, artist floor-talks and residencies featuring local, national and international artists.

Exhibitions at The Visual Arts Centre are by established practitioners or emerging artists working in all fields of the Visual Arts. The Gallery has 34.5 running metres of wall space and an internal courtyard adjacent to the gallery offering a site for outdoor or sculptural installations. The floor of the gallery is black. The gallery has a sophisticated lighting system and power is available in the central floor for installations. The walls will accommodate large and heavy works. 

The Centre has a 80 seat auditorium opening off the lobby with an adjacent courtyard. The auditorium is equipped with data projection and audio system and has internet access.