• Book Sale
We will be hosting a book sale in the Library on both Saturday & Sunday from 9am-2pm each day. The books on sale have been donated to the BMI by members and the Ballarat community to assist in raising funds for Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution. Prices range from $1 to $10 | Some rare books will also be on sale, these will be priced individually.
  • Maker Market
We will also be hosting a Maker Market on the Sunday: More >
  • Ballarat Imaginarium
The Ballarat Imaginarium will also be open on Saturday, pop in to say hello to Melinda Muscat: More >
  • BMI Vintage & Collectables Shop
Our Vintage fundraising shop will be open.
  • Tickety Boo Antiques & Collectables
Make sure you checkout Malcolm’s quality collectables. Your Books If you are wanting to clear out your book shelves we would be very happy to take delivery of your books prior to the Sale during normal Library Hours. The funds raised will support the grand old beauty, The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. For more contact: