A unique look into the early history of Australian football in Meredith and it’s surrounding areas, and it’s immersion within those local communities. Local greats include the first player to play 300 games, Geelong and South Melbourne star Peter “The Great” Burns.

Come and see a display on the history and heritage of the old Ballan Shire.

The Oddie Lecture recognises the legacy of James Oddie, who was instrumental in the establishment of the Observatory in 1886.

In conjunction with The Mechanics Institute the National Trust Ballarat Branch will run a walking tour, static display and information session. Fabulous photos of historic Ballarat, information about our built heritage and views not always available to the public.

Always been curious about the 165 year-old Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute but stopped short at the door? All are welcome to the ‘secular cathedral’ of the mechanics’ – no not that type of mechanic! Come along to our exhibition and talks to discover what we do and how institutions like ours survive.

This free event is going to display more than 50 items, also this is the first time the City of Ballarat has ever exhibited these collections to public.

This display investigates some of the first catholic priests who worked in the surrounding goldfields and within the western district of Victoria. It explores the formation of the Catholic Diocese of Ballarat and the installation of Bishop Michael O’Connor in 1874 .

From the moment you enter our Antique Fair held in the majestic Art Deco Ballarat Civic Hall you will be amidst the. most beautiful antiques from the Victorian, Edwardian, Art Deco and Mid century eras,

With Ballarat’s stunning Victorian architecture as the backdrop the annual festival highlights the city’s golden past and evolving future. Starting May 17th and over the next 10 days experience all there is to offer and immerse yourself in Ballarat. https://ballaratheritagefestival.com.au

Come see the swaggie in his little hut and see Lara from earliest times to discover life as it was. Our displays are located in an old, restored limestone building formerly the Lara Bank Hotel which sits proudly on the corner of Forest Road and Canterbury Road West in Lara.

Barwon Park is an authentic bluestone mansion and stables set in a sweeping rural landscape.

Advocating for the future of heritage listed Osborne House has long been a project of the Osborne Park Association. We invite community members to wander the grounds, learn some of the magnificent history of the property and discover what drives our passion.

Prefabricated in Hamburg, Germany, the Heights was erected in 1854 and is the largest dwelling of its kind in Victoria.

Drop-in for a special guided tour facilitated by Gallery Volunteer Guides and delve into the rich 128-year history of Geelong Gallery, one of the oldest regional art galleries in Australia.

Celebrate four decades of Victoria's largest free multicultural street party, Pako Festa through an archive of photographs, objects and stories.

An exclusive behind the scenes tour of the National Wool Museum Anzac Collection.

Join us for guided tour through the bluestone jewel box that is home to the National Wool Museum.

The only surviving example of the many fashionable river front residences built along the Barwon River during the 1850s and 1860s for the wealthy of Geelong.

Geelong Botanic Gardens, established in 1851, is the fourth oldest botanic garden in Australia. The first curators were avid plant collectors and many of the splendid trees they planted now have heritage status. Several historic structures have also found a home here, including some 'curiosities'.

Take a guided walking tour into the past at the Geelong Eastern Cemetery.