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.

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

A sumptuous Traditional High Tea with a difference!

A sumptuous Mother's Day Traditional High Tea with a difference!

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.

Two internationally-acclaimed concert pianists perform Greetings from Vienna in Bendigo - built to be 'The Vienna of the South'.

Experience the restored Edwardian Heritage Station & Gardens

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.

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

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

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.

Take a fascinating walk along the Port of Echuca's charming old streetscape discovering the secrets and legends of these much-loved historic buildings.

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

Explore original camp buildings, hear shared stories and truly walk in the shoes of the 320,000 migrants who made this their first Australian home.

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!

Uncover the untold stories of a global icon, Dame Nellie Melba. A Toast to Melba shares rarely seen objects, photographs, and personal treasures from Coombe Yarra Valley, Arts Centre Melbourne and Yarra Ranges Regional Museum—brought together for the first time in this dynamic new exhibition.

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.

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

Do you enjoy sketching? Do you like conveniently located, beautiful, historical homesteads? If so, come along and join fellow artists drawing the Willows Historical Park.

The mill is the last remaining building of the Albion Explosives Factory and still works, come and see how it was central to the production of blackpowder

Join us for an evening to celebrate Dame Nellie’s birthday, with foods named in her honour and music to match from the Melba Opera Trust artists. There will be performances by the Melba Artists during the course of the five course dinner.