PERSONA: Contemporary Veteran Artists Created in collaboration with photographer and veteran Michael Christofas and the veteran arts community, Persona showcases a series of striking portraits of veteran artists within their creative spaces. Accompanied by personal stories, the exhibition offers a unique insight into the lives, identities, and artistic practices of those who have served. … Continue reading Persona
German Heavy Field Howitzer Model: schwere Feldhaubitze 1902 (sFH 02)Serial Number: 135Year of Manufacture: 1904Manufacturers: KruppCountry of Production: Germany Specifications: Calibre: 150mm (5.9Inch)Gun Weight: 2100kgWeight of Shell: 40.5kgVelocity of Shell: 325 metres per secondElevation: 0 to 42 degrees Traverse: 4 degrees left and rightMaximum Range: 7,450m Theatre of Operations: World War 1 – Western Front. The Imperial Germany Army went to war in 1914 with 416 of… Continue reading German Heavy Field Howitzer
The M113A1 Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) The M113 is a fully tracked armoured personnel carrier (APC) that entered service with the Australian Defence Force in 1964 and remained in service with the Australian Army for almost 50 years. Model: M113A1Serial Number: Year of Manufacture: Manufacturer: FMC CorporationCountry of Production: USA Specifications: Crew: 2 Other Troops: 11Power Plant: General Motors 6V-53 Detroit Diesel… Continue reading M113A1 Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC)
25 Pounder Quick Firing Gun Model: Mark II Serial Number: 5071 Year of Manufacture: 1940 Manufacturers: Charles Ruwolt Pty Ltd Country of Production: Australia Specifications: Crew: 6 men Calibre: 87.6mm (3.45 inch) Gun Weight: 1633kg Gun Length: 4.6m (15ft) Shells: 25 Pounders used a separate charge and shell Types of Shell: High Explosive, Armour Piercing, Smoke and Star (illumination) Rate of Fire: Up to 6-8… Continue reading German Heavy Field Howitzer – Short Barrel
25 Pounder Quick Firing Gun Model: Mark IISerial Number: 5071Year of Manufacture: 1940Manufacturers: Charles Ruwolt Pty LtdCountry of Production: Australia Specifications: Crew: 6 men Calibre: 87.6mm (3.45 inch)Gun Weight: 1633kgGun Length: 4.6m (15ft) Shells: 25 Pounders used a separate charge and shellTypes of Shell: High Explosive, Armour Piercing, Smoke and Star (illumination)Rate of Fire: Up to 6-8 rounds per minute Traverse: 5 degrees left and rightMaximum… Continue reading 25 Pounder Quick Firing Gun
nasho ’57: 98 days at pucka Nasho ’57: 98 Days at Pack from the permanent collection of ANVAM On display at the Bendigo Military Museum 31st January – 26th July 2026 Back to What’s On
The Art of Sacrifice The Art of Sacrifice – George Petrou OAM On display at the Bendigo Military Museum 23rd August 2025 – 18th January 2026 The Art of Sacrifice shares George Petrou’s deeply personal journey-an artist’s tribute to Australia’s service personnel, born from his own battle with cancer. During chemotherapy in 2010,… Continue reading The Art of Sacrifice
The Mapmakers Charting Australia’s Defence: The Legacy of the Royal Australian Survey Corps 10th May – 10th August 2025 For over 80 years, the Royal Australian Survey Corps (RASvy), with its Field Survey Units, and its main base at Fortuna Villa in Bendigo, played a vital role in the defence of the nation and… Continue reading The Mapmarkers Exhibition
Unearthing the Band Rotunda: A Hidden View of Bendigo Step beyond the museum’s walls and ascend to the heritage-listed Band Rotunda, a rarely seen treasure perched atop the Soldiers Memorial Institute. Normally closed to the public, this exclusive opening invites you to unearth a hidden piece of Bendigo’s history. As you climb the original staircase,… Continue reading Unearthing the band rotunda
Unearth Your Family’s Past: Military Memorabilia Discovery Day After ANZAC Day commemorations, continue your journey of remembrance by unearthing your family’s hidden military history at the BMM’s Antiques Roadshow-style event. This special event invites you to bring in 3-5 items of military memorabilia from your family’s collection for expert identification and insight. Our panel… Continue reading Unearth Your Family’s Past: Military Memorabilia Discovery Day
