Venue Hire

Located in Hawthorn, NCM is a unique venue housed in a beautifully transformed 1939 telephone exchange building. This historic space, redesigned by award-winning architects Carr, combines nostalgia with innovation, offering an inspiring backdrop for any event.

Host your next meeting, workshop, panel discussion or celebration in our Seminar Room, right by our fascinating displays filled with nostalgic technology of years gone by as well as future-focused exhibitions and immersive installations.

Scroll down for more details, including our full Information Pack. To get in touch, simply complete the Venue Hire Enquiry Form below.

The Seminar Room is a purpose-built venue designed for public programs, industry events, workshops and meetings. Equipped with a 4K projector, state-of-the-art streaming capabilities and an integrated sound system, along with access to a nearby kitchen and bathrooms, it meets the needs of those looking for a space that can truly Do. It. All.

Capacity

• Standing/cocktail: 80–100 pax
• Theatre seating: 52 pax
• Workshops & dining: 30 pax
• Board meetings: 15 pax

Equipped with advanced technology, the Seminar Room will enable you to bring your event to life.

Our facilities include:

• Epson 8500-lumen 4K projector
• 4-metre-wide projection screen
• Allen & Heath AH SQ-5 audio mixing desk
• ATEM Mini Pro vision mixer
• Professional lectern with built-in light and microphone
• Wireless and lapel microphones
• Stage-facing video camera
• Crowd-facing video camera
• High-quality, in-built sound system
• Ceiling microphones for audience interaction during online events
• Flood lights for customisable ambient lighting
• Portable PA system for addressing groups throughout the museum
• Online streaming capability
• Webinar hosting capability

NCM has a wide range of high-quality furniture and equipment to support a variety of room configurations.

Included with your hire are:

• Multi-use workshop tables with concealed power points (suitable for boardroom and workshop configurations)
• Boardroom chairs on wheels
• Stationary chairs
• Occasional chairs (pictured) with a small side table for casual-style lectures, talks or interviews.
• Lectern for presentations and speeches
• Small whiteboards for brainstorming and note-taking

For price lists, catering information and additional services, see our Information Pack.

The best way to get in touch about your event is through our Venue Hire Enquiry Form, which will provide our team with all the information they need to get started with your enquiry.

If you're unsure about some details, it's OK to leave some parts blank, although you're also welcome to email our team on hello@ncm.org.au .