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Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts (PICA)

Perth

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Perth Institute of Contemporary Arts (PICA)

PICA is home to contemporary visual and performance arts. It is housed in iconic heritage buildings that for 40 years served as the Perth Boys’ and Girls’ School. Alongside the gallery is the PICA Bar & Cafe where you can grab your morning coffee, lunch or evening drinks in the relaxed atmosphere of the Cultural Centre.

Useful Information

  • Address: Perth Cultural Centre, 51 James Street, Northbridge, Perth WA
  • Email: info@pica.org.au
  • Phone: +61 8 9228 6300
  • More Info: pica.org.au
  • Address: Tue–Fri 10am–5pm, Sat–Mon closed
  • More Info: 5-minute walk from Perth Train Station and Busport
  • More Info: 44aec4986d271dab8a79b770f7b70d9b8331ad3b
  • More Info: www.facebook.com/PICAARTS

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