Bendigo military museum professional development ARTEFACTS AND STORIES TO ENHANCE STUDENT LEARNING   Dates: 4th SeptemberFrom 4.30pm – 5.30pm   One of the historic landmarks on Bendigo’s Pall Mall is the Bendigo Soldiers Memorial Institute, built in 1922 to commemorate the service of local men and women during World War One.   Today, the Institute… Continue reading Professional Development

Join us for a curator-led tour of ‘Faces of Peace’, our exclusive temporary exhibition showcasing the stories of 30 regional Australian peacekeepers.   Tours will commence at 11am, 12:30pm and 2pm.   Discover the hidden heroes among us, each dedicated to promoting peace in various parts of the world. This exhibition will redefine what it… Continue reading Seniors Festival-1

Join us for a special Seniors Festival exclusive event at the Bendigo Military Museum: meet a veteran and hear firsthand stories of courage, service and sacrifice.   This unique opportunity offers personal insights into military life and the sacrifices made for peace. Don’t miss this chance to connect with a true local hero. Respectful questions… Continue reading Seniors Festival

Ink in the lines Dates: 7th December 2024 – 27th April 2025    Tattoos are a conversation starter. Many members and veterans of the Australian Defence Forces have tattoos, and while their reasons for getting tattooed are as varied as the people themselves, self expression and belonging play a part.   They also share a… Continue reading Ink in the lines

Faces of Peace exhibition Dates: 6th April – 24th November 2024 Faces of Peace showcases the stories of 30 local peacekeepers from regional Australia that have dedicated their lives to promoting peace in vastly different parts of the world. Each of their stories provides a unique window into what it means to be a peackeeper.… Continue reading Faces of Peace exhibition