Council actively supports and encourages the arts. Merri-bek boasts a range of excellent venues for exhibitions, performances, festivals and activities, including the Counihan Gallery In Brunswick.
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Our arts grants supports groups, organisations and individuals to implement arts initiatives that benefit the Merri-bek community.
Merri-bek has the perfect space for your next art exhibition or performance.
Council’s contemporary art gallery promotes and inspires innovation and diversity in the visual arts through regular exhibitions, talks and workshops. Entry to the gallery is free.
Council commissions public art to make community spaces more exciting and attractive. The annual MoreART Public Art show showcases sculptural, ephemeral, temporary and installation artworks.
Merri-bek Council recognises that Arts Infrastructure is essential to the ongoing livelihood of the arts sector.
The Merri-bek Writers in Residence Program is open to all writers of fiction, non-fiction, poetry and drama.
Festivals Merri-bek Development Program
A series of free discussions and workshops for creatives.
Moreland’s current Arts and Culture Strategy guides Council in its commitment to strengthening the significant creative sector in Merri-bek and enhancing its standing as a destination for the arts.
A five year plan for the municipal gallery to develop representation, advocacy, inclusion, sustainability and education outcomes.
Merri-bek is home to many artists and a hub for arts activities, exhibitions and performances.
