In these imposing limestone buildings visitors will find contemporary art exhibitions, Fremantle's local history museum, superb crafts, a tempting bookshop, shaded lawns and a sunny courtyard cafe. Originally built as a lunatic asylum in the 1860s it is now listed by the National Trust. The centre hosts popular Sunday afternoon concerts, art courses and festival performances in its spacious grounds. The cafe offers indoor seating (with warm fires in winter) and a delightful garden courtyard. The blackboard menu always includes a vegetarian option.