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Living Heritage at the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute – Twilight Talks


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Twilight Talks

1) BMI Heritage Collection Restoration Project – Hummfray Room, including morning tea.

Featuring Grimwade Conservation Services representatives outlining the recent restoration of the Baron von Mueller plant specimen folios, restoration of valuable books and heritage painting. This project was supported by a Living Heritage Grant from the Victorian Government

2) Chinese History in Ballarat (location to be advised).

Featuring Charles Zhang “Ballarat Chinese Library” and Yvonne Horsfield “Chinese on the Goldfields”.

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All Dates & Times
  • 23 May
    10:30am - 12:00pm
  • 24 May
    5:30pm - 7:00pm
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  • Actively welcomes people with access needs.
23 May - 24 May
Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute
117-119 Sturt Street, Ballarat Central VIC 3350
$15.00 - $20.00

BMI Member discounts apply

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