This event will cover the basic steps on researching the history of your house or a significant property. It covers key resources, the steps and processes involved, and includes some case studies in the workshop to practice these skills.

During the Australian Heritage Festival, the Kew Historical Society will explore community spirit in action through an exhibition at the historic Kew Court House, displaying items from their collection and archives. 

In Docklands there is a major restoration of a 1903 Australian built three masted topsail schooner – the Alma Doepel. Once complete, the likes of this project are unlikely to be ever seen again so close to a major CBD.

Explore King William's Town, the original capital of Victoria, by lamp light. Steeped with history, apparitions, alleyways and lager it was once a thriving town full of colourful ladies, drunken sailors and convicts.

Guided heritage walk in historic Williamstown

Open Day at the Royal Victorian Motor Yacht Club, the oldest continually running motor yacht club in the world.

Join one of Carlton's leading local historians, Jeff Atkinson, on this informative walking tour of the Melbourne General Cemetery's southern section.

Join one of Carlton's leading local historians, Jeff Atkinson, on this informative walking tour of the Melbourne General Cemetery's northern section.

A walking tour of the historic Pinetum, recently restored at the Williamstown Botanic Gardens.

Are you part of Melbourne's elite? For one afternoon step back in time and enjoy this fabulous bayside retreat at Black Rock House. A visit will be very special to you, your friends and family. You will be warmly greeted by costumed volunteer guides who will share the myths and legends of days gone by.

A unique tour and talk at the historic Williamstown Botanic Gardens exploring the the early 1900’s craze for postcard sending and collecting.

A live music and film experience at the Williamstown Town Hall, in the grand ballroom, with Buster Keaton's Spite Marriage.

The Little Projector Company’s highly popular projection walking tour of Williamstown returns for Heritage Hobsons Bay 2022.

A guided tour of the Williamstown Town Hall

An opportunity to view the Sons of Williamstown Honour board in place at the Historic Williamstown Town Hall.

The Williamstown Film Society celebrates its 25th anniversary with an exhibition at the Williamstown Library.

This presentation will focus on the various architectural styles and buildings within the City of Boroondara.

Do you want to recognise the shapes of the constellations? Want to know what that bright star is called? Would you like to hear the stories of the stars? Then come along to a night of.... Observing the Constellations with Perry Vlahos and others.

A curated, guided tour of Museums Victoria's excellent digital walking app through the fascinating industrial neighbourhood of Spotswood

Why are First Nations histories still largely hidden among the public histories told in Australia’s cities, suburbs and towns? Learn what examples we do have of these stories being revealed as authentic shared histories with First Nations involvement.

Did you know that a thousand years ago, Port Phillip Bay was a dry, grassy plain, until a flood came in from the sea and formed the bay we know today?

Come on a walk through the lovely Footscray Park, join us for a guided tour of this wonderful Botanic Edwardian park. Learn its history, its many nooks and crannies, and the colourful characters and incidents that have taken place throughout its past.

Join artists Richard and Judith Young (Gunnai, Yorta Yorta, Gunditjmara) as they share their Songlines, their family’s way of doing business, and the impact art has had on their lives. Learn about Aboriginal living Culture in this special hands-on session.

Devonshire Tea at the Altona Homestead, Altona’s oldest residential building built around 1842.

Join a guided tour of Altona with the Hobsons Bay QR Walks

Enjoy a guided tour of Altona’s oldest residential building, the Altona Homestead which was built around 1842.

A fully immersive Victorian experience at the Altona Homestead with the Late Victorian Society of Melbourne and the Altona Laverton Historical Society

‘We are the newest caretakers and custodians of this ancient land that we now call ‘Home’. Our Home, Our Time, Our Turn!’
Dean Stewart, Wemba Wemba-Wergaia man.
Join Dean in getting to know your long forgotten ecological neighbours and discovering the rich natural treasures of your own backyard.

Open Day at the historic Truganina Explosives Reserve

The curious case of the missing lions of Sunshine…..
H V McKay Memorial Gardens in Sunshine once had two beautiful lions gracing the entrance to this historically significant Edwardian ‘oasis’. One night they disappeared! Find out more during this tour conducted by the Friends of H V McKay Gardens

No heritage in the suburbs - think again!
Westgarthtown - where Victoria’s oldest German immigrant buildings and suburbia meet.

Heritage Talk at the historic single room school

Hear the 1000-year-old story of gunpowder, its place in world history, civilian and military. Discover 100 years of explosives production in Melbourne's West. Learn about the heritage significance of the Black Powder Mill. See the restored Mill machinery. Experience a demonstration of Black Powder.

Gold was discovered in Warrandyte in June 1851! This was the first official published goldfield in Victoria. See a fascinating display at the Warrandyte Historical Society Museum that tells the story of Pure Gold.

This rarely seen property offers visitors the opportunity to explore an intact 1930s Roy Grounds waterfront holiday house set amidst a faithfully reconstructed landscape of native coastal vegetation, located in the Victorian Heritage listed Ranelagh Estate, designed by Walter Burley Griffin in 1924

Come and explore Camp Manyung's historical grounds & buildings with a guided tour lead by one of the YMCA's staff, followed by a complimentary morning tea.

Learn about some of the camp's significant buildings like the 'bunkhouses & Manager's residence that feature distinctive elements, such as rusticated corners, pointed gabled ends and Burley Griffen 'Knitlock' roof tiles.

Cranbourne Cemetery has so many stories to tell. Join us for a walk and talk around historic Cranbourne Cemetery as we explore some of its history and tell the stories of twenty-six people and their families who never got the chance to say goodbye.

This State Significant Fossil Beach precinct's importance includes Victoria's first cement works as well as other scientific and cultural interest.
In the 1960s, an archaeological excavation occurred over about two years to explore this cement manufacturing by James Moller Robertson in 1862-63.

Curious to know more about the heritage of the Yarra Ranges?
Come to the Monbulk Historical Society launch of Power and the People - a touring exhibition, created by the Yarra Ranges Heritage Network, funded by Yarra Ranges Council and supported by Yarra Ranges Regional Museum.

Mont De Lancey Historic Homestead as told by the family who grew up and lived on this beautiful property.

Take a tour of Lozzbert Reserve, where Toolern Creek meets the Werribee River. Explore the ancient landscape and learn about the local creatures who call it home.

We're thrilled to launch Eynesbury’s Heritage Trail, where we celebrate the wonderful heritage of this unique land. Whilst there are over 60 heritage sites, we've hand-picked the top 16 which we believe will give you the best understanding of the history & functioning of the land from the 1800s.

Discover the history of Emerald and district while exploring the beautiful Nobelius Heritage Park in Autumn. Have a look through the museum , enjoy free kids' activities and morning tea with our friendly volunteers.

Do you have a story to tell? Learn how to write your very own memoir so that you can preserve your memories for future generations to treasure.

James McAra Mitchel managed William John Clarke's Rockbank Sheep Station for over a decade, leaving an indelible mark on the Shire of Melton. This is the story of how Mitchel's legacies were almost lost in the admittance papers of the Kew Insane Asylum.

Celebrate 150 years of the City of Melton at the 2022 Heritage Festival. With live entertainment, craft activities and food for the whole family, this twilight event is sure to spark your curiosity.