Artrise

Artrise is where art and community come together - Banner with Artrise and Hume City Council Logos

 

Artrise – Gather, Connect and Create on the Hill. Here, land and history become inspiration – a place where creativity, heritage and community come together.

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Artrise Community Day

Next date: Saturday, 14 March 2026 | 02:00 PM to 08:00 PM

Join us on Saturday 14 March 2026 to explore the newly renovated Artrise creative facility.

Artrise Community Day to begin new chapter at Jacksons Hill

Published on 18 February 2026

Community members are invited to celebrate the opening of Artrise, Sunbury’s new Arts and Culture hub, at a community day on Saturday 14 March.

At Face Value

Next date: Saturday, 07 March 2026 | 10:00 AM to 03:00 PM

Artist Renee Broders explores identity, memory, and psychological presence — how a face can hold emotion, history, and ambiguity without explanation.

Paper Play: a vintage paper collage workshop

Next date: Saturday, 28 March 2026 | 11:00 AM to 01:00 PM

Step into the playful world of collage with Paper Play, a vibrant, hands-on workshop led by exhibiting artist Renée Broders.

 

Purpose and mission

Artrise is a vibrant and inclusive space where creativity and community meet – a place designed to nurture talent, spark imagination, and foster meaningful connections through artistic expression.

Our mission is to make art accessible and relevant to people of all ages, backgrounds, and levels of experience. Through exhibitions, cultural events, collaborative workshops, and community-led initiatives, we celebrate diversity and encourage everyone to participate, create, and feel a sense of belonging. We believe in the transformative potential of collective creativity and its ability to inspire change. Every voice matters, and every story adds to the richness of our shared cultural fabric.

A place that is successful and sustainable

The precinct is a destination, a vibrant hub of activity, utilising all buildings and assets and bringing together a mix of community, organisations and complementary businesses to drive local economic benefits and long-term viability.

Project background

Guided by a master plan developed by the State Government, Jacksons Hill is being transformed into a mixed-use precinct featuring residential development, commercial activity, education and training, and a dedicated arts and cultural hub. 

The original arts and cultural precinct was earmarked for four heritage buildings (18, 19, 20, and 21), which remain part of a complex planning and heritage process. To bring arts and culture to Jacksons Hill, Hume City Council secured a long-term lease in 2022 for a nearby parcel of land known as Lot C. This includes two buildings – Building 22, the former Female Refractory Ward, and Building 24 a shed. 

These two buildings now form Artrise. 

We thank the Victorian State Government for their contribution to making Artrise a reality. 

Find out more about the site and its history at Sunbury Community Arts and Cultural Precinct project.

 

Spaces and features

The venue features dedicated studio spaces for artists, potters, and drama groups, along with a gallery for showcasing works. It also boasts two meeting rooms, a fully equipped theatre, and a state-of-the-art gallery all with advanced AV technology. Members of the public can book studios, and the building is home to a recording studio, making it an ideal space for creative expression and collaboration.

It also comprises of beautifully landscaped gardens and open spaces to stroll, have a picnic lunch. The spaces between building 5 and 6 are also great for small businesses to hold community activities like markets.

Artrise bookable spaces

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