Ballarat’s iconic Victorian architecture will serve as the backdrop for the annual festival that explores the hidden treasures and untold stories of the region’s history and its people.
Anything earthmoving is the theme for the May rally at the Hamilton Pastoral Museum, with big working plots for machines to show their stuff and shift some earth. Being displayed and demonstrating will be dozers and tractors with pushing and pulling tackle plus other unique old time machines.
The National Trust and the Heritage Council of Victoria presents this opportunity for visitors of all ages to explore the exciting discipline of archaeology. Participants will hear from a panel of professional experts about archaeological heritage and its conservation, followed by an opportunity to work with a Dig Director who will guide them as they uncover and analyse artefacts in a simulated archaeological site.
Join us in May 2024 for a nationwide program of events celebrating Australian archaeology and the work of Australian archaeologists.
Explore Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre's beautiful Indigenous garden on a self-guided trail leading through the Milarri Garden and into the Forest Gallery.
Adventure awaits! Use this self-guided trail to explore Melbourne Museum's galleries and discover - or rediscover - wonderful objects, places, and animals along the way.
After the 1850s Victorian gold rush, Melbourne exploded with displays of new wealth. Take a self-guided walking tour of dramatic Gothic Revival facades, Art Deco jewels and Neoclassical monoliths.
Find out more about Aboriginal Melbourne on this free, self-guided walk. Starting at Parliament Gardens and finishing at Yarra Park and the MCG, explore the history and heritage of the Eastern Kulin, an alliance of five Traditional Owner groups: the Wurundjeri, Bunurong, Dja Wurrung, Taungurung and Wadawurrung peoples.
Through the voices and languages of our Koorie community, First Peoples tells the story of Aboriginal Victoria from the time of Creation to today. This major exhibition at the Melbourne Museum celebrates the history, culture, achievements and survival of Victoria’s Aboriginal people.
Join a guided walk with heritage experts from Parks Victoria, Heritage Victoria, and Alliance Archaeology to learn about the management of the archaeological remains of the former Yarra Bend Lunatic Asylum and the extent of what is still under our feet at this popular urban park.
Immerse yourself in the history and world-class facilities of the MCG, as you go behind-the-scenes to gain an insight into Melbourne's sporting culture, while exploring one of the world's most iconic stadiums.
Australia’s most notorious bushranger has split public opinion for more than a century. Fascination with the story of Ned Kelly often centres on his body armour, worn during the final siege. Our display of Kelly’s armour asks provocative questions about truth, mythmaking and nationhood.
Anything earthmoving is the theme for the May rally at the Hamilton Pastoral Museum, with big working plots for machines to show their stuff and shift some earth. Being displayed and demonstrating will be dozers and tractors with pushing and pulling tackle plus other unique old time machines.
Come explore and connect with an exhibition celebrating the life and legacy of William Barak. To the colonial world he was William Barak, to his people he is Beruk. Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung artist and the last Ngurungaeta, activist, leader, trailblazer – Beruk remains a source of knowledge for Wurundjeri people through his works and he continues to influence generations worldwide.
Who had a more significant legacy on the modern world? Join us for a debate to settle the matter once and for all! More details to come soon!
Take a walking tour of Melbourne’s lanes and arcades with Hidden Secrets Tours. Your guide reveals some of the quirkiest cafes, independent designers, street art, architecture, with historical tales of Melbourne along the way.
Join a Cultural Experience Guide from the Koorie Heritage Trust for the Birrarung Wilam (River Camp) Walk. During the walk, you will learn about the Aboriginal history of the Birrarung Marr (Beside the river of mists) and the Aboriginal Peoples of the Kulin Nation.
Journey into Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with a First Peoples guide. Gain insight into the rich history and thriving culture of the First Peoples of Australia though a journey of identifying significant native plants within the Gardens. Learn about Aboriginal plant uses, customs and ongoing connection to Country.
Associate Professor of Roman Archaeology, Gijs Tol (University of Melbourne) presents a talk on Early Roman expansion and the colonization of the Pontine Marshes (Lazio, Central Italy). More details to come soon!
Journey into Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with a First Peoples guide. Gain insight into the rich history and thriving culture of the First Peoples of Australia though a journey of identifying significant native plants within the Gardens. Learn about Aboriginal plant uses, customs and ongoing connection to Country.
Immerse yourself in the history and world-class facilities of the MCG, as you go behind-the-scenes to gain an insight into Melbourne's sporting culture, while exploring one of the world's most iconic stadiums.
Journey into Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with a First Peoples guide. Gain insight into the rich history and thriving culture of the First Peoples of Australia though a journey of identifying significant native plants within the Gardens. Learn about Aboriginal plant uses, customs and ongoing connection to Country.
More than a million items were found in the excavation works for the Metro Tunnel Project including teeth, coffee beans, chalk boards and more. In a unique VR experience, visit 19th-Century Melbourne and explore the artefacts uncovered during the tunnel’s archaeological digs – one of the largest archaeological digs in Victorian history.
Join a guided visit to explore two wonderful collections from the ancient world at the University of Melbourne. There will be a morning session for children, and an afternoon session for adults. More details to come soon!
Heritage Harvest Weekend aims to preserve and share the cultural heritage of the Ballarat gold rush – and the rare trades brought to country Victoria from around the world. Held at Sovereign Hill as part of the Ballarat Heritage Festival.
Journey into Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with a First Peoples guide. Gain insight into the rich history and thriving culture of the First Peoples of Australia though a journey of identifying significant native plants within the Gardens. Learn about Aboriginal plant uses, customs and ongoing connection to Country.
A workshop just for kids, at the Hellenic Museum! More details to come soon!
Journey into Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with a First Peoples guide. Gain insight into the rich history and thriving culture of the First Peoples of Australia though a journey of identifying significant native plants within the Gardens. Learn about Aboriginal plant uses, customs and ongoing connection to Country.
The Como Archaeology Festival presents a unique opportunity for visitors of all ages to become immersed in the exciting discipline of archaeology. During your session, you will work together with your Dig Team to uncover and analyse artefacts in our simulated archaeological site, learn how to survey and read the landscape.
The Geelong Archaeology Festival presents a unique opportunity for visitors of all ages to become immersed in the exciting discipline of archaeology. During your session, you will work together with your Dig Team to uncover and analyse artefacts in our simulated archaeological site linked to Westbourne Villa, then take a tour of Barwon Grange next door.
The Geelong Archaeology Festival presents a unique opportunity for visitors of all ages to become immersed in the exciting discipline of archaeology. During your session, you will work together with your Dig Team to uncover and analyse artefacts in our simulated archaeological site linked to Westbourne Villa, then take a tour of Barwon Grange next door.
The Como Archaeology Festival presents a unique opportunity for visitors of all ages to become immersed in the exciting discipline of archaeology. During your session, you will work together with your Dig Team to uncover and analyse artefacts in our simulated archaeological site, learn how to survey and read the landscape.
Take a walking tour of Melbourne’s lanes and arcades with Hidden Secrets Tours. Your guide reveals some of the quirkiest cafes, independent designers, street art, architecture, with historical tales of Melbourne along the way.
Audiences are invited into encounters with the material, ecological, historical and cultural legacies that shape Narrm/Melbourne’s waterways. Guided by the Tributary Project team along with guests, this walk will provide the audience with a range of ways to connect with waterways.
Take a walking tour of Melbourne’s lanes and arcades with Hidden Secrets Tours. Your guide reveals some of the quirkiest cafes, independent designers, street art, architecture, with historical tales of Melbourne along the way.
Take a walking tour of Melbourne’s lanes and arcades with Hidden Secrets Tours. Your guide reveals some of the quirkiest cafes, independent designers, street art, architecture, with historical tales of Melbourne along the way.
Journey into Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with a First Peoples guide. Gain insight into the rich history and thriving culture of the First Peoples of Australia though a journey of identifying significant native plants within the Gardens. Learn about Aboriginal plant uses, customs and ongoing connection to Country.
Take a walking tour of Melbourne’s lanes and arcades with Hidden Secrets Tours. Your guide reveals some of the quirkiest cafes, independent designers, street art, architecture, with historical tales of Melbourne along the way.
Take a walking tour of Melbourne’s lanes and arcades with Hidden Secrets Tours. Your guide reveals some of the quirkiest cafes, independent designers, street art, architecture, with historical tales of Melbourne along the way.
Journey into Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with a First Peoples guide. Gain insight into the rich history and thriving culture of the First Peoples of Australia though a journey of identifying significant native plants within the Gardens. Learn about Aboriginal plant uses, customs and ongoing connection to Country.
The Geelong Archaeology Festival presents a unique opportunity for visitors of all ages to become immersed in the exciting discipline of archaeology. During your session, you will work together with your Dig Team to uncover and analyse artefacts in our simulated archaeological site linked to Westbourne Villa, then take a tour of Barwon Grange next door.
Find out more about Aboriginal Melbourne on this free, self-guided walk. Starting at Parliament Gardens and finishing at Yarra Park and the MCG, explore the history and heritage of the Eastern Kulin, an alliance of five Traditional Owner groups: the Wurundjeri, Bunurong, Dja Wurrung, Taungurung and Wadawurrung peoples.
Through the voices and languages of our Koorie community, First Peoples tells the story of Aboriginal Victoria from the time of Creation to today. This major exhibition at the Melbourne Museum celebrates the history, culture, achievements and survival of Victoria’s Aboriginal people.
After the 1850s Victorian gold rush, Melbourne exploded with displays of new wealth. Take a self-guided walking tour of dramatic Gothic Revival facades, Art Deco jewels and Neoclassical monoliths.
Join us in May 2023 for a nationwide program of events celebrating Australian archaeology and the work of Australian archaeologists.
The Geelong Archaeology Festival presents a unique opportunity for visitors of all ages to become immersed in the exciting discipline of archaeology. During your session, you will work together with your Dig Team to uncover and analyse artefacts in our simulated archaeological site linked to Westbourne Villa, then take a tour of Barwon Grange next door.
With Ballarat’s stunning Victorian architecture as the backdrop the annual festival highlights the city’s golden past and evolving future through an inspiring ten-day program.
Dust off your tweed, oil up your retro bikes, and start growing that facial hair, the Ballarat Heritage Festival is back again to celebrate the city’s rich heritage, iconic landmarks and vibrant community in May.
A social evening for Victorian members of the Australasian Society for Historical Archaeology at the Royal Melbourne Hotel. Guest tickets are also available for non-members with an interest in joining the Society.
Unearthing the cultural history of the former Williams Creek valley and Wurundjeri Woiwurrung life in what is now the heart of the city. This presentation will discuss excavations at the historic Munro site (adjacent to Queen Victoria Market) which revealed the profile of the original William Street Creek which ran approximately along the alignment of the present Elizabeth Street.
Join Michael Morrison for an online seminar exploring the ways in which the investigation of foodways can help to elicit deeper and more nuanced understandings of the histories and experiences of First Nations Peoples in colonial settings.
Find out about recent archaeological projects across the country, in an online panel of short talks presented by the Australian Association of Consulting Archaeologists Inc.
This National Archaeology Week, the University of Melbourne will be presenting the work of our archaeology postgraduates, showing the depth and innovation of our researchers at a time when opportunities for field work are severely limited.
This talk will explore the Australian Stone Artefact Project at Museums Victoria. This is a major First Peoples project to enhance electronic and physical access to First Peoples Communities to over 250,000 artefacts.
Join archaeologist Jeremy Smith for his monthly radio segment ‘Mysteries of Victorian Historical Archaeology’, with Jacinta Parsons on ABC Radio Melbourne. This week, Jeremy will focus on the Mahogany Ship and the missing Parliamentary mace from Little Lon. Jeremy will also take phone calls from listeners on items they have found!
What is archaeology and how do we do archaeology in Australia?!? The Department of Archaeology and History at La Trobe University is pleased to bring you a series of exciting online videos for National Archaeology Week this year, showcasing the HUGE scope of archaeological investigation in Australia today.
The La Trobe University Archaeological Society is excited to hold our Annual Trivia Night for National Archaeology Week 2021! This event will take place on Zoom, and we look forward to seeing many faces from across the nation join in.
