At the heart and soul of this vibrant neighbourhood is Abbotsford Convent. Spread over 16 acres, with 11 historic buildings and gardens, this former monastic site is Australia’s largest multi-arts precinct. Today, the Convent is home to over 100 studios, exciting galleries, impressive cafés, a radio station, a school, and an abundance of green open space. On top of this, each year the Convent welcomes a diverse range of art projects, rehearsals, workshops, exhibitions, markets, events and festivals.
Coupled with the Collingwood Children’s farm, a place where excitable city kids can interact with animals and have a taste of rural life, Abbotsford feels like something of an oasis of calm amongst the hustle and bustle of city life.