Expression of Interest | Stallholder

Stallholder Expression of Interest

The Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute, established in 1859 is an independently run, not for profit organisation that supports a Library (funded by Library Membership) a heritage books and archive collection and event spaces for hire. The cost associated with being a part of the market excludes GST (approximate size of a trestle table). A 10% discount will be offered to Ballarat residents with a 20% discount to BMI Members. Membership enquiries @ ballaratmi.org.au | Other hirings will not be offered at the discount i.e. tables, power etc. The inaugural Maker & Community Market (13 March 2021) was hosted with a view to explore hosting a regular market to support makers & retailers, to activate our event spaces and provide local and visiting communities access to this historic venue. By submitting this form you are agreeing to your information being securely stored by the BMI, and to being contacted regarding potential opportunities. By submitting this form you are not guaranteed a place at the market. We will be in touch with you should a relevant opportunity be available. If your application is successful your requirement needs will be confirmed, and we will invoice you accordingly.

  • Approximately the size of a trestle table (1.8m) | 10% discount to Ballarat residents | 20% discount to BMI members.
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    with Kylie Ladd

     Wed 25 June at 6pm

    Connections to War from a Ballarat Perspective

    Wed 2-30 April, 5.30pm

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    The Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute 2025 Calendar

    Featuring the BMI Image Collection | Now $20

    Devonshire Tea & Fashion Parade

    Bubbly on arrival & Featuring quality items from our Vintage Shop | $60

    Christmas Holiday Closures | Library

    Monday 23 December – Sunday 5 January

    Dame Nellie Melba Birthday Celebration

      Performance – 18 May.

    Australian Heritage Festival Events at the BMI

    18 April to 18 May

    Ballarat Heritage Festival Events at the BMI

    16 to 25 May 

    with Gail Holmes

     Wed 4 June at 6pm

    Dame Nellie Melba Birthday Celebration

      Performance – 18 May.

    portrait of author with book cover

    Australian Heritage Festival

    Natasha Lester in conversation

    1 May at 6pm

    guides dressed in period costum

    Australian Heritage Festival

    Minerva's Secrets

    25 April – Tour 1 at 7.30pm – fully booked
    Tour 2 at 9.30pm – still tickets. 

    portrait of author with book cover

    Australian Heritage Festival

    Natasha Lester in conversation

    1 May at 6pm

    Ballarat Heritage Festival BMI Day Tours

    Two tours  on 20 &  21 May 

     

    with Nicole Alexander

    28 May at 6pm

    BMI Fundraiser

    Featuring:
    The Hideaways,
    The Harmonies &
    Surf Shadows. 

    2 course dinner & lots
    of dancing