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The Alchemy of Gold is a special forum which brings together experts, historians and the community to explore how the discovery of gold in Victoria in the 1850s reshaped the state.

Join Uncle Rick for this unique tour out on Djaara Country in the Castlemaine region where you will visit significant trees and sites that Uncle Rick has specifically selected. A Welcome To Country and Smoking Ceremony is part of this tour as a cleansing to ensure you walk with good spirit.

Join Djaara Elder Uncle Rick Nelson on Country for a guided tour of sites he has specifically chosen as significant in the Castlemaine and surrounds areas. His tours offer a unique opportunity to connect with the land and the living culture of Dja Dja Wurrung people.

Dig in to a delicious hot soup lunch as Buda’s Curators unearth the life and gardens of Goldfields legend, Ernest Leviny, plus in-House exhibition that continues throughout the Heritage Festival.

Join your hosts from Coliban Water for a free guided walking tour of Crusoe and No7 Reservoirs, as well as sections of the Coliban Main Channel.

Step into the future of heritage at this fast-paced forum, featuring short presentations from local experts about the new tech preserving Bendigo’s heritage, the historic tech that shaped the city, and the exciting addition of the Victorian Goldfields to Australia’s World Heritage Tentative List.

Take a self-guided tour of the restored Bendigo Cemetery Chapel. Ask questions of heritage consultant about its history. Constructed in the Gothic style in 1873 from Harcourt granite. It had been left unused for several decades and since the restoration work is now able to be used regularly.

Join Golden Dragon Museum's Research Officer, Leigh McKinnon, on a walk into the past and learn about the Chinese section of the Bendigo Cemetery and the stories of Chinese-Australians who have been laid to rest there and in other sections of the cemetery.

Step into history at 'Unearthed Treasures: Railways Revisited' in Bendigo's iconic roundhouse. Witness the thrilling turning of a steam locomotive on the turntable and explore Bendigo's rich rail history, experiencing the magic of rail and steam.

Join Bendigo and world-renowned pipe organist on a tour of Sacred Heart Cathedral, Forest St Uniting & St Pauls Cathedral. Hear their beauty and stories.

Explore the rich history, iconic sites, and hidden gems of Bendigo on a 3.5-hour guided tour. Travel in comfort across the city as your expert guide brings gold rush legends and cultural landmarks to life. A stress-free, unforgettable experience through history, mystery, and legacy.

Hear the stories, appreciate the art, see behind the scenes of this historic landmark at the heart of Bendigo.

Unearth your family’s hidden military history at the Bendigo Military Museum’s (BMM) Antiques Roadshow-style event—bring in your memorabilia, have it identified by experts, and uncover the stories waiting to be told!

Step beyond the exhibits and uncover hidden history with an exclusive tour of the Bendigo Military Museum, featuring rare access to the heritage-listed honour boards and the breathtaking band rotunda with panoramic views of Bendigo’s stunning streetscape!

Discover the heritage-listed Band Rotunda atop the Soldiers Memorial Institute in a rare public opening.

The Former Bendigo Post Office opened in 1887 and was the largest building of its type outside of Melbourne. Immerse yourself in the rich stories of a golden past; explore stunning heritage architecture fashioned in a time when Bendigo was the richest city in the world.

BottledSnail Productions presents a rehearsed play reading of Shakespeare's "Winter's Tale", a one off performance in the historic former Bendigo Law Courts.

The former Bendigo Law Courts opened in 1896 and is one of Australia’s finest nineteenth century public buildings. Normally locked away from public view, this building is no longer an active court and resides quietly waiting its future use. Take a tour through this hidden gem.

Bendigo Heritage Attractions invites the community to delve into the rich history and culture that has shaped Bendigo. Explore the sites we maintain and operate, such as the Central Deborah Gold Mine, Bendigo Tramways, and the Bendigo Joss House Temple, all completely FREE.

Travel by train to Maryborough's Historic Station. Enjoy a leisurely lunch in the Station Cafe Restaurant, then join the guided tour to unearth and explore the myths and legends of this magnificent Station.