
Hire Arc Cinema
venue typescreening
242 capacity
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Our atmospheric headquarters in Acton, near the ANU, is one of Canberra’s architectural gems – and it’s available to hire. Our venues range from intimate meeting rooms to large-scale spaces for conferences, screenings, launches and performances, each offering a distinct sense of place.
Events are supported by professional audiovisual facilities and experienced technical staff, with options for both in-person and hybrid formats. All venues are located within the NFSA’s Art Deco site, combining practical event infrastructure with a setting of cultural and architectural significance.

venue typescreening
242 capacity

venue typeperformance
350 capacity

venue typeconference
110 capacity

venue typemeetings
19 capacity

venue typeconference
385 capacity

venue typetraining
37 capacity

venue typebreakout-space
42 capacity

venue typecocktail
62 capacity

venue typetraining
30 capacity
The National Film and Sound Archive offers spaces for a wide range of occasions.
Located near the Australian National University and within easy walking distance of Canberra City centre, our venues provide distinctive spaces in a knock-out heritage location.
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