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The Riddoch Arts and Cultural Centre

The Riddoch Arts and Cultural Centre is one of the most exciting developments in Mount Gambier in recent times. The building and surrounds offer a wonderful opportunity for visitors and residents alike to learn about our local history and culture.

What makes us unique? Council has developed a theme for the design, construct, display and activities that underpin the entire The Riddoch Arts and Cultural Centre and the role it plays in building community capacity and learning.The fundamental question was "What makes Mount Gambier unique?" The answer lies in our volcano – that one natural phenomenon that created the foundation of Mount Gambier and the fundamental elements of Earth – Fire – Water that emerged from the volcano to bring us life. The elements of Earth – Fire – Water are uniquely Mount Gambier and the building features internal and external displays showcasing these elements.In addition, the Cave Garden/Thugi environment is transformed at night to tell the unique Dreamtime Stories of our indigenous persons.The Riddoch Arts and Cultural Centre located at 1 Bay Road is open from 10:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday and 10:00am to 2:00pm on weekends. For more information or to enquire about bookings phone (08) 8721 2563.

The Riddoch Arts and Cultural Centre encompasses several venues that are available to be booked by the community and organisations, for exhibitions, seminars, performances, meetings, conferences and all types of events.

Venue details

Your first impression of the The Riddoch Arts and Cultural Centre features atrium glass walls and textured stone floors. This gem in the heart of the City is used for gallery exhibition openings, open plan workshops and by special request.

Featuring projection and surround sound, the Dress Circle is perfect for movies, presentations, and performances, and seats 108 people. A BluRay player or laptop is available for use on the projector, as well as a lectern and in-house audio system. The adjoining balcony may be added onto this hire as a breakout space for registrations or catering.

The City Hall was redeveloped in 2004 and won a heritage commendation from the Australian Institute of Architects and two Edmund Wright Heritage awards. Overlooking the lush Cave Garden/Thugi, City Hall can be hired as either a reception area, or the entire hall. There is the option of adding use of the commercial kitchen onto your hire.

The hall includes data projection, sound facilities, small staging, and a lectern.

For further information regarding bookings or to learn more about venue hire at The Riddoch Arts and Cultural Centre please use the online portal at:
www.mountgambier.bookable.net.au/