Formed over 135 years ago, the award-winning Hawthorn City Band has a fascinating history which Lindsay Paterson will share; with the exciting addition of a short performance from the Auburn Brass.

Explore some of the more quirky and interesting research projects the Portland Family History Group has unearthed!

Duneira Estate welcomes David Ell, winemaker and founder of Mount Gisborne Wines as he unearths the history of the Macedon Ranges Wine Industry, whilst guests enjoy a tasting of local pinots and chardonnays.

Author Lance Pritchard presents his research into the Hume and Hovell expedition focusing on the termination point at Port Phillip. His research involved very a detailed examination of primary evidence from Hovell's journal. Much of the material examined has been ignored by researchers in the past.

Enter into one of our most historic buildings to glimpse into our region's fascinating history and stories.

The Paterson Brothers was the preeminent interior art decorating firm based in Melbourne from the 1870s into the early twentieth century.

An afternoon of song, arias and duets… with some of the 2025 Melba Artists

The Duldig Studio, Museum, and Sculpture Garden is a unique National treasure nestled in the heart of Malvern East that showcases the extraordinary modernist art works and life of cultural influencers Karl Duldig and Slawa Horowitz-Duldig, with heritage Viennese rooms and original artist studio.

Step behind the sartorial scenes to experience the sociability, elegance, and style of Georgian and Regency gentlemen at The Johnston Collection.

Discover the decoration and furnishing of Government House, Victoria with Dr Nicole Davis

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.

Sport is woven into the social fabric of the Macedon Ranges region. In association with local sporting organisations and historical societies, this exhibition will unearth the achievements of our sporting heroes and teams through objects and stories, each telling its own unique tale. Game On!

Discover some of the hidden Chinese graves in the historic Melbourne General Cemetery and learn about the history of Chinese migrants of Melbourne.

Dive into a court room world that stretches from the Depression to the late 1980s.

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

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.

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.

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 more.

Roll Up Roll Up ! Come and view treasures unearthed in our collection vaults at the Wangaratta Museum. A special weekend to view additional objects from our collection not usually on display. Morning refreshments included.

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.

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