Uncover the hidden history of Glenferrie on this Sunday morning stroll with an experienced guide. The deeper you dig the more there is to surprise you.

George Petrou proudly presents his second art project, “The Art of Humanity,” at this exclusive book launch event. This follows his previous work, “The Art of Sacrifice”, which is a collection of portraits that commemorates the ANZACs.

Learn how to browse, search and request historical items and records from the new Boroondara Heritage Collection

An exhibition of embroideries from branches across the state, historical books and tools on display. Tours of the building, with members demonstrating various crafts.

In honour of those who have served our country, join our History Heritage Officers for a tour of Caulfield Park’s memorials, wartime history, and stories from the home front.

Australia’s premier Antique & Art Fair, presented by the AAADA, featuring renowned industry leaders from across the country.

You’ll also visit landmarks like the former Malvern Fire Station, De La Salle College, and the historic Malvern Tram Depot. Each stop reveals a piece of our rich heritage, culminating at the former ES&A Bank.

Explore Beaumaris' unique Architecture and Gardens

Learn how to care for your personal collections in this workshop

Immerse yourself in the lives of those who lived, created, loved, and lost in Waller House.

Culture Through Learning at Nairm Marr Djambana: where tradition meets education. Be guided around the beautiful gardens of Nairm Marr Djambana and learn about native plants and First Nations traditions.

Explore the newly restored areas of the architectural wonder that is Mandeville Hall, with architectural historian Steve Stefanopoulos OAM. Discover the magnificent features, exquisite interiors and opulent rooms of this internationally significant Toorak mansion.

Plant Table is a performance activation entangling humans and plants in dances of relation. Pull up a chair and join us at the Plant Table, where nature comes to life through conversation and creativity.

Let’s Get Real is an immersive art installation examining plastic productions impact on our wildlife, environment and potentially every person on this planet.

Embrace your inner VIP and go behind the Frankston Arts Centre curtain! Explore hidden spaces and secrets of the theatre, from underground tunnels to exclusive backstage spots. Limited numbers for a premium experience.

From mansion to tenement, Labassa is a rare survival of nineteenth century splendour

Discover the untold stories of Labassa’s more unorthodox residents.

From the hills of New South Wales to the Victorian town named after his old school, Carlsruhe, Charles Hotson Ebden was the first European to settle in Sugarloaf creak in 1837. Learn how he made his way to own land in Collins St Melbourne then create his seaside home in Black Rock.

How have the glamour and rituals of weddings changed in Australia over the last 200 years? What elements of fashion, fabrics and accessories have Australian brides and wedding parties adopted? Explore elements of continuity and change in the dresses and accessories worn by numerous brides and brides

Discover the rich social history and stunning heritage of Como's gardens on this 45-minute guided tour, led by our knowledgeable National Trust Guides.

Join this lighthearted look at Mrs Helen Brown of Como and discover the hidden influence Helen had on establishing Como as "the place to be" in the colonies.

2025 is 80 years since the end of WWII, join us to hear the remarkable testimony of a Holocaust survivor.

The trees at Rippon Lea are an important part of the Estate’s history, with some dating back to the 1880s. This walking tour provides a fascinating insight into the work required to manage and nurture this magnificent collection for the enjoyment of today’s visitors and future generations.

Try Victoria's living sporting heritage on the lawns of Ripponlea Estate - watch a demonstration and then have a go at our quirky sport - Trugo.

Meet at the PMI Victorian History Library then step into a charming adventure. Discover the tales of yesteryear's department stores on Chapel Street, Prahran.

Join us at Walsh Street for an after-hours experience: Autumn Sunset Cocktails.

Join us on a journey through a slice of South Yarra with our expertly curated walking tour to discover the precinct’s diverse architectural streetscape.

Join a guided tour of the historic attraction of Cooks' Cottage and the heritage-listed Fitzroy Gardens.

See what kinds of bones, bottles and buttons have been hiding dormant under the floorboards of 80 Webb Street Fitzroy with a short talk and photo presentation by proud homeowner Eloise. The 1851 bluestone workers cottage has revealed old wallpapers, coins, china, glass, earthenware shards and small.

Melbourne's oldest surviving building, the home of Victoria's first Lieutenant-Governor, Charles Joseph La Trobe

Explore the history of Firefighting in Victoria, since settlement.

We live in a material world. The things we own, the clothes we wear, the houses we live in, all express who we are, or who we want to be. We live surrounded by stuff — more of it than in any previous generation.

Join a guided tour of the Old Treasury Building and discover areas not usually available to the public!

What was once on the sites throughout Melbourne's streets we may discover slices of early buildings...

Join me on a walking tour to explore parts of the city unearthed in recent and not so recent digs as we bring to light the stories told by the artefacts uncovered.

Discover Melbourne’s rich heritage in the grand State Rooms of Government House

Discover some of the many pubic artworks by veterans hidden in plain site around Melbourne. Works by veterans of who have served at Gallipoli to more recent times will be highlighted during the hosted tour.

Discover the story behind the opening of the Melbourne Athenaeum Art Gallery and its role as one of Melbourne's most significant art spaces.

Meet author Katrina Kell and discover the story and reimagined history surrounding the identity of the model of Jules Lefebvre’s painting, Chloe.

Opportunity to explore the behind the scenes recovery operations after the devastating fire at the heritage-listed See Yup temple

Enjoy an informative walk with a local historian in beautiful South Carlton and take in the architecture and history.

For over 150 years the Trades Hall building has given form to dreams of a better life for working people and their families.

Join expert guide Terry Ashton for a captivating walking tour around the State Library Victoria. Discover historic sites like Melbourne Hospital, Sniders and Abrahams warehouse, RMIT, Trades Hall, and the Old Melbourne Gaol, exploring the rich history of Melbourne’s early Jewish community.

For over 150 years, women have been organising in Victoria's Trades Hall and fighting for equality. Follow the footsteps of union giants like Helen Robertson, Zelda D'Aprano and Gwen Goedecki who inspire the women in the movement to this day at our Feminist Hall Tour.

A guided walk through parts of the Walter Burley Griffin designed estate in Mt Eliza to learn about the history and heritage values of the estate

For almost 80 years, the Melbourne Gaol was a place of punishment and execution, where men, women and children were incarcerated for crimes ranging from murder to vagrancy.

Its piers define Port Melbourne. This talk explores their evolution as places of commerce and leisure, welcomes and farewells, diplomacy and strife, celebration and reflection; dynamic venues where people engage with each other.

Step into the Oral History Room, where your personal stories and memories become part of our community’s rich tapestry—record, preserve, and share your voice for future generations to enjoy!

How do we work with planners and legislators to ensure that Victoria's planning system doesn't gut communities and destroy the suburbs historic essence - that which makes then unique, attractive and liveable?

Experience the magic of heritage train travel.

Enjoy an informative walk with a local historian in beautiful South Parkville and take in the architecture and history.

A walk down Memory Lane to reflect on 30 years of Millinery Australia and Hats Hats Hats. Turn the pages of archived memorabilia, talk to Milliners to learn about hat making and how a Hat is made, ages of archived memorabilia.

How old is your house? Who used to live there? Our researcher Margaret Fleming will conduct a workshop on how to trace the history of your house.

Uncover the hidden history of Melbourne’s prison burial sites in Bones & Burial Boxes: Digging Up the Past at Prison Burial Sites, a compelling exhibition that reveals the untold stories behind some of the city’s most infamous institutions. Through rare artefacts and groundbreaking archaeological discoveries, the exhibition illuminates a shadowy chapter of Melbourne’s past.

Nina Fromhold, Founder of Memory Lane Life Stories will guide us through a workshop about recording and preserving your family's stories

Witness the final stages of the Alma Doepel Restoration as we prepare for the rigging.

This mysterious historic castle sits high on the hilltop in the closed catchment area of the Yan Yean Reservoir. It is closed to the public, except by arrangement with the Whittlesea Courthouse.

In this illustrated presentation, geologist and author Marc Hendrickx brings a historical perspective to recent closures of bushwalking and climbing sites in Australia, including the Grampians, Mount Arapiles, Ayers Rock and Mount Warning.

Explore King William's Town, the original capital of Victoria, by lamp light. Explore hidden alleyways, Victoria's oldest morgue, a forgotten burial ground and Australia's Timeball Tower in Victoria's oldest seaport.

A guided historical walking tour of the eastern end of Thompson Street, Williamstown

Book a free, 30-minute session with Hobsons Bay’s Heritage Librarian at Williamstown Library.

In the lead-up to Anzac Day, get equipped with the latest strategies for researching the military service of your ancestors online and with our Heritage Collection.

Explore the early 1900’s craze for postcards using the historic postcard collection of the Williamstown Botanic Gardens archive.

Discover the intriguing origins of the pine tree collection and the fascinating stories behind how they came to be here

The Williamstown Historical Society showcases examples of their vast and varied collection of objects, photographs, paintings and documents that help tell the story of Hobsons Bay's unique and important history.

Take a walking tour of Spotswood with a Hobsons Bay heritage guide to learn about the bold industrial era of the Pumping Station

Letters From the Front is a special spoken word event honouring these men with a presentation of some of the letters sent home to family and loved ones.

The talk will tell how world's best survival rate has developed from the our 900-year history of medical care illustrated in the museum collection. The talk will be followed by a guided tour of the museum which is open free of charge on Sundays and Thursdays from 10am to 4pm.

You will be taking a walk through a botanic wonderland with a huge variety of plants, shaded bluestone lined paths and stairs. Leading to secluded alcoves, beautiful vistas, hidden gems of history.

Nina Fromhold, Founder of Memory Lane Life Stories will guide us through a workshop about recording and preserving your family's stories

Pick up your wooden mallet, turn your back and hit a rubber ring between your legs through goals 27 metres away. The rules are the same as for the railway workers who created the sport 100 years ago - score the most goals and your team wins. Be part of Victoria’s living, sporting heritage.

Explore the significance of mechanics institutes to the heritage of Victoria, inside the Newport Mechanics' Hall. These Walls Speak Volumes : A History of Mechanics' Institutes in Victoria is an index of these institutions and their histories, including Newport, Williamstown and Spotswood.

A guided walking tour around Williamstown Cemetery, one of Victoria’s oldest graveyards.

An annual event, as part of the Australian Heritage Festival, when the doors of the Museum are opened to the public for a full day.