Museums
Delve deep into the region's past at one of the fascinating museums in the Goldfields. Learn about the discovery of gold, the story of Australia becoming a nation, and the rich history of the area.
Golden uprising
Visit Ballarat's Gold Museum for a history of the discovery of gold and the rapid transformation of the area as hopefuls rushed to the area. See the Eureka flag and hear stories of the rebellion.
Chinese history
Explore the Golden Dragon Museum in Bendigo. Discover the remarkable legacy of the region's Chinese miners and settlers who arrived on the Goldfields in the 1850s.
Travel on part of Ballarat's Living History with the Ballarat Tramway Museum. History lives in Ballarat and in Wendouree Parade. Take a ride on one...
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Discovery offers a unique and fun way to spend your time and you are sure to learn some really interesting things along the way! With over 100...
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The Castlemaine Art Gallery and Historical Museum is renowned for its collection of Australian art and for its unique assembly of historical...
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Make time for the Golden Dragon Museum, a living history of the Chinese people of Bendigo from the goldrush of the 1850's to the present day.
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The Gold Museum extends Sovereign Hill's story of Ballarat - a majestic provincial city built on the wealth derived from the great Australian...
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Aradale Ghost Tour
Aradale Ghost Tour is a two hour tour through Australia's largest abandoned 1800's lunatic asylum. Tours begin at 8pm EST and run every 30 minutes...
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