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    Minerva’s Secrets | Night Tour

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    The Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, VIC, Australia

    April 24 @ 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm $27.50 Meet at the BMI entrance  Get Tickets Explore tales of the weird and supernatural – the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute at night. Looking for a unique way to explore Ballarat’s rich history and culture? Look no further than the Ballaarat Mechanics Institute’s Night Tours! This beautiful heritage building dates back to the 1860s and boasts a…

    $27.50

  • Minerva’s Secrets | Night Tour

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    The Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, VIC, Australia

    May 19 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm $27.50 Meet at the BMI entrance  Get Tickets Explore tales of the weird and supernatural – the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute at night. Looking for a unique way to explore Ballarat’s rich history and culture? Look no further than the Ballaarat Mechanics Institute’s Night Tours! This beautiful heritage building dates back to the 1860s and boasts a…

    $27.50
  • Ornate hanging lantern with gothic cathedral design illuminated

    Lantern Vaults | Special Preview

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    The Basement Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, Victoria, Australia

    May 19 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm $55 The Basement* Plus bkg. fee Lantern Vaults - Special Preview A new immersive installation in the basement of the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute as part of the Ballarat Heritage Festival The work is shaped by historical research and guided by the voice of Florence Batten, the twelve- year-old daughter of William Henry Batten, Secretary of the…

    $55
  • guides dressed in period costum

    Minerva’s Secrets | Night Tour

    Featured
    The Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, VIC, Australia

    May 19 @ 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm $27.50 Meet at the BMI entrance  Get Tickets Explore tales of the weird and supernatural – the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute at night. Looking for a unique way to explore Ballarat’s rich history and culture? Look no further than the Ballaarat Mechanics Institute’s Night Tours! This beautiful heritage building dates back to the 1860s and boasts a…

    $27.50
  • Ornate hanging lantern with gothic cathedral design illuminated

    Lantern Vaults

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    BMI - Multiple Spaces 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, VIC, Australia

    May 21 @ 10:00 am - May 24 @ 4:00 pm Free The Basement* Plus bkg. fee Lantern Vaults A new immersive installation in the basement of the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute as part of the Ballarat Heritage Festival The work is shaped by historical research and guided by the voice of Florence Batten, the twelve- year-old daughter of William Henry Batten, Secretary of the Institute, and based…

    Free
  • Ballarat Mechanics' Institute museum interior with vintage newspaper display

    Ballarat Heritage Festival – Tours of the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute

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    Meet in the Foyer 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, Australia

    May 23 @ 11:30 am - May 24 @ 12:15 pm $11  Saturday 23 May , 3 tours:  11:30am - 12:30am - 1:30pm  (aporoximately 45 minute duration). Sunday 24 May , 4 tours:  10.30am - 11:30am - 12:30am - 1:30pm  (aporoximately 45 minute duration). May 23 @ 11:30 am - May 24 @ 12:15 pm $11 Plus bkg. fee Get Tickets Day Tours of the Ballaarat Mechanics'…

    $11
  • Ornate hanging lantern with gothic cathedral design illuminated

    Lantern Vaults

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    BMI - Multiple Spaces 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, VIC, Australia

    May 30 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am $25 The Basement* Plus bkg. fee Lantern Vaults A new immersive installation in the basement of the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute as part of the Ballarat Heritage Festival The work is shaped by historical research and guided by the voice of Florence Batten, the twelve- year-old daughter of William Henry Batten, Secretary of the Institute, and based…

    $25

  • Two performers in Victorian costumes holding lanterns outdoors

    Minerva’s Secrets | Night Tour

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    The Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, VIC, Australia

    June 12 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm $27.50 Explore tales of the weird and supernatural – the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute at night. Looking for a unique way to explore Ballarat’s rich history and culture? Look no further than the Ballaarat Mechanics Institute’s Night Tours!

    $27.50
  • Two performers in Victorian costume holding lanterns beside projector

    Minerva’s Secrets | Night Tour

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    The Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, VIC, Australia

    June 12 @ 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm $27.50 Meet at the BMI entrance  Get Tickets Explore tales of the weird and supernatural – the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute at night. Looking for a unique way to explore Ballarat’s rich history and culture? Look no further than the Ballaarat Mechanics Institute’s Night Tours! This beautiful heritage building dates back to the 1860s and boasts a…

    $27.50
  • Young male pianist performing on Schimmel grand piano on stage

    Royal South Street Society | Pianoforte Schedule – Celebrating Chopin

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    The Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, VIC, Australia

    June 21 @ 2:30 pm - 6:00 pm $10 Program Premier Pianoforte event The Margaret Schofield - Celebrating Chopin Competition Experience the power, poetry, and passion of Chopin like never before at Celebrating Chopin—a national competition bringing together the finest young pianists from across Australia. Each performer presents a carefully crafted Chopin program, showcasing brilliance, individuality, and deep musical interpretation, all in pursuit of the…

    $10

  • Royal South Street Society | Vocal Championship Challenge

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    The Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, VIC, Australia

    June 27 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm $10 Program Vocal Championship Challenge The Vocal Championship Challenge is a dynamic showcase of Australia’s most promising emerging singers, each stepping onto the stage to prove their versatility and artistry. Performers present two contrasting works—one classical and one from stage and screen—demonstrating the range, adaptability, and storytelling power essential for today’s professional performers. With a $500 top prize…

    $10
  • Performers celebrate at Ballarat Eisteddfod Freemasons Vocal competition

    Royal South Street Society | The Herald Sun Aria Semi-Final

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    The Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute 117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central, VIC, Australia

    June 29 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm $10 Program Herald Sun Aria Semi-Final 2025 Herald Sun Aria semi-finals Ballarat. Semi Finalists Breanna Stuart, James Young, Livia Brash, Jake Bigwood, Molly Ryan and Bailey Montgomerie. Picture: David Caird The Herald Sun Aria Semi-Final brings together 12 of the finest emerging operatic voices in Australia, each competing for a coveted place in the top six and a…

    $10