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.
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Unearthed – Memories of a Garden in Germantown
Did you know that the suburb of Thomastown and its surrounds was once known as Germantown? ‘Memories of a Garden in Germantown’ is a special one-off event to hear from families descending from Ziebell’s Farmhouse, the only remaining bluestone German built home that has become a public museum.

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

Pentridge Prison Tours
Join the Pentridge Prison tour to hear a history that will challenge and confront you. The stories within this journey are deep, unique, and expose the intricacies of prison punishment.

Pentridge Prison Tours: PrisonBreak Explorers – Family Tours
Escape with the kids on Pentridge Prison Tour’s new family tour, and discover the history of Australia’s most infamous prison. Suitable for children of all ages, this tour will take families inside H Division and the wider precinct.

Pentridge Prison Tours – Night Tours
Experience the darker side of history with two unique night tours at Pentridge Prison. As night falls and the bluestone walls cast eerie shadows, step into a world of chilling tales and hidden secrets.

Bones and Burial Boxes: Digging up the past at prison burial sites
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.

Unearth, Unknown Stories of Wonga Park
Wonga Park History Group warmly invites you to view their display of old photos and share your story of Wonga Park. Wonga Park is a former orcharding community on the edge of Melbourne but now a low-density residential suburb. Barista coffee will be available to purchase from a coffee van.
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Preserving your Oral History and Family Stories (Glenroy)
Nina Fromhold, Founder of Memory Lane Life Stories will guide us through a workshop about recording and preserving your family's stories
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Preserving your Oral History and Family Stories (Coburg)
Nina Fromhold, Founder of Memory Lane Life Stories will guide us through a workshop about recording and preserving your family's stories
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Pioneer Cemetery Tour
This is a bus tour conducted by knowledgeable members of the Broadmeadows Historical Society to and of five pioneer cemeteries within the City of Hume.

Cancelled | Walking Westmeadows
Walking the streets of Westmeadows, previously known as the Broadmeadows Township, established in 1850.

Gulf Station Open Day
Visit Gulf Station and learn what life was like for a family living on the land in nineteenth century Australia.

En Plein Air at Gulf Station
A day to celebrate art at Gulf Station and an opportunity for visitors to see the unique buildings and ground through the eyes of various local and regional artists.

History Comes Alive at Kew Cemetery
Many fascinating stories can be found among the graves at the Boroondara (Kew) Cemetery. While we won't literally 'unearth' the people, you will be pleased to hear, we will unearth their stories.

Unearth the History of Your House
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.
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Mining Unearthed at Wollondilly Heritage Centre and Museum
During the month of the festival guests can complete a passport that takes them through the history of mining in the Wollondilly Shire. The festival will conclude on 17 May with a talk on the history of the Davy Lamp by Andrew Conacher.

Essendon Airport and its Place in the Evolution of Australian Civil Aviation
Display panels showing the history of Essendon Airport. Thirty-minute walking tours of the early sites on the airport will be available. 1950s aviation films will be screened. The Airways Museum will show how the ground organization that supports Australian civil aviation evolved.

Unearth your ancestors through Family History research
Have you ever wondered where your family came from? Find out how to start your family history research today in our well resourced Centre. We will give you a tour of our Resource Centre and a hands on session where you will discover something about your family heritage.
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200 Years of Wedding Fashion
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
