Welcome

The Old Bakery on 8th Gallery and Café are both housed in an old bakery building, circa 1903, which is a feature of the Maylands historic Eighth Avenue precinct. The Gallery and Café combine to offer an attractive destination, easily reached by train, bus or car, just minutes from the Perth CBD. The Old Bakery's motto is: 'Fine Art, Fine Food, Fine Coffee'.

The Gallery

Since opening in 1996 the gallery has established a reputation for sourcing an outstanding collection of Western Australian fine art and craft under the direction of partners Anne Butorac, Rosemary Cant and Kath Lymon.

The Gallery is the place to visit for special occasion gifts - birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, corporate presentations. We stock a fabulous selection of ceramics, glass, wood, silk and wool scarves and wraps, silk ties, hats, jewellery and much more, sourced from all over the State. New on the shelves are bright distinctive ceramic pieces from Sara-May Baxter - beautiful to display and practical to use. With hand-painted designs inspired by Middle East travels.

The current exhibition, Baker's Dozen will be opening Friday 27 April. With thirteen artists exhibiting at the Old Bakery on 8th, the title Baker's Dozen seemed very appropriate. This group of artists have been working together over the last 12 months. The result is a diverse collection of work in watercolours, acrylics, pastels, inks and oils featuring landscapes, flowers, flora and fauna illustrating individual artists interests and talents.

The Cafe

The adjoining cafe, established in 2006, has become a popular destination with its delicious food and beautiful rear garden. The gallery and cafe are integrated with hanging space in the Cafe and cafe seating in the Gallery.

The Woodfired Baker

The original bakery and oven have been brought into production again as a wood-fired, traditional bakery by 'The Woodfired Baker'. It has a theatre-style kitchen that can be viewed through a window from the gallery enabling you to watch bread being moulded by hand as it was in the 1900s. The bread is being used by the cafe which also sells the bread each day.

Special Event - Summer Supper Club

Following the success of the Summer Supper Club series which were all booked out, the evens will continue as Monday Supper Club, from 21 May. Join MC Jane Cornes for a limited season of delicious evening concerts featuring intimate readings, good food and fab acoustic music. $30 entry includes choice of main course, tea or Naked Bean coffee, entertainment and corkage. Bookings essential. Bookings and Information summersupperclub.com

Functions and Catering

The Old Bakery on 8th Cafe and garden provide a lovely setting for functions or special occasions throughout the year, including after-hours events. The Cafe also offers excellent catering. Bookings and inquiries can be made by ringing cafe staff on 08 9271 5120.

Hours

The Gallery is open Tuesday to Friday 11.00am to 5.00pm, Saturday 10am to 4.00pm, Sundays 10am to 4.00pm (closed Mondays).

The Cafe is open every day (except Good Friday, Christmas and Boxing Days and New Year's Day) from 7.00am to 4.00pm

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