Upcoming events at the Museum

Plight of our faunal emblems

25 Mar 2023 In 2021, Victoria celebrated the 50th anniversary of the declaration of the state’s two faunal emblems. Plight of our faunal emblems: the Helmeted Honeyeater and Leadbeater’s Possum presents a selection of creative responses made by artists, conservationists, and school students to commemorate the faunal emblems’ anniversary.

Yarra Ranges Regional Museum, 35-37 Castella Street, Lilydale 3140

Tagged as: , Community art, Exhibitions, Kids & family, School holiday program

Taking the time

25 Mar 2023 Taking the time: handmade objects from the Yarra Ranges Regional Museum collection presents inspiring, important and quirky objects that were made with skills that are rare today. The exhibition features textiles, woodwork, First Nations weaving, signwriting and other objects made for relaxation and solace, to reclaim culture, to gain independence or to connect with others in times of trouble.

Yarra Ranges Regional Museum, 35-37 Castella Street, Lilydale 3140

Tagged as: , Community art, Exhibitions, Over 50's

Museum Guided Tours

12 Apr 2023 Join a free 40-minute guided tour of the Museum, exploring the Connections exhibition about the history of the Yarra Ranges and peeking behind the scenes at the museum.

The January tour focuses on historic items relating to climate and the seasons, complementing the Burrinja Climate Change Biennale.

Yarra Ranges Regional Museum, 35 -37 Castella Street, Lilydale 3140

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Tagged as: , Exhibitions, Kids & family, Over 50's, School holiday program