Once an Ambulance Station, now an Arts Hub...

Located on Gubbi Gubbi country in the heart of Nambour/Namba, the ‘Old Ambo’ is the Sunshine Coast’s only multi-arts facility.
It houses an art gallery, a purpose-built 80-seat black box theatre, dedicated meeting spaces, a sloped Ramp space and several creative studios occupied by arts tenants.

The Old Ambo curates a regular exhibition program and hosts events in our
GALLERY, RAMP and BLACK BOX THEATRE spaces.

Our TAKEOVER program works with artists to bring new ideas and events to life in our various spaces.
The Old Ambo is an independent not-for-profit organisation run by the generosity of a board of volunteers.

Our Spaces…

Gallery

Large, street level & Inviting

The galleries provide space for emerging and established artists, groups and collectives to showcase their work in a professional environment with 100 running metres of wall space equipped with industry standard hanging system installed.

Black Box Theatre

Purpose built for live music & theatre

With a capacity to seat 80 -100 people, the Black Box Theatre features a segmented stage that can be moved to alternate positions; is air-conditioned; is soundproof and has a sound system; theatre lighting and a loading bay.

Studios

Resident artists & craftspeople

Five office spaces are designated for rental by emerging artists and entrepreneurs in creative industries. Community rates make them accessible to creatives wanting to develop a business idea in a supportive environment.
To enquire, please email: [email protected]

Spaces

Spaces for meetings & Gatherings

The Old Ambo offers a RAMP space and an upstairs meeting room for hire. The meeting room is air-conditioned and includes work tables with seating for 15; a kitchenette facility with refrigerator and microwave; and an adjacent bathroom.