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State Library Victoria - Cowen Gallery

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Melbourne

Melbourne

VIC

Cowen Gallery is a historic gallery inside State Library Victoria, built in 1892 for the National Gallery of Victoria.

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VENUE TYPE

Gallery / Function Space

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CAPACITY

Up to 350 guests

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VENUE SETTING

Heritage gallery in major state library

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IDEAL FOR

Cocktail functions; Receptions; Dinners; Brand events

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Venue highlights

Amenities

350 cocktail / 250 seated

Historic art-lined gallery

Wi-Fi

AV

Air Conditioning

Catering

Exclusive event catering

Lift access from library foyer

Venue Details

Guest Capacity

Up to 350 guests

Minimum hire

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Accessibility

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About this space

Cowen Gallery is a historic gallery inside State Library Victoria, built in 1892 for the National Gallery of Victoria. The art-lined room hosts exhibitions from the library’s Pictures Collection and can be hired for private events through the exclusive events partner. The venue caterer lists capacities around 250 seated or 350 for cocktails, with catering and AV support arranged through its events team. The gallery is accessible by lift from the foyer. Confirm current availability, configurations, hire conditions and applicable prices directly with the operator before booking.

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