Benalla Costume and Kelly Museum
The Costume and Kelly Museum in Benalla, is a unique attraction that combines fashion history with local folklore. The museum is accredited through the Museum Accreditation Program (MAP) and all exhibitions are put together by the Benalla Historical Society. The museum specialises in local history, including the permanent Ned Kelly exhibition featuring the famous green…
Read MoreNed Kelly Discovery Hub
Experience the captivating tale of Ned Kelly’s Last Stand, an iconic moment in Australian history that continues to spark debate and fascination. Step into the world of this enigmatic figure, perceived by some as a ruthless murderer and by others as a courageous champion against corruption, more than a century after his infamous escapades through…
Read MoreNed Kelly Museum and Homestead Glenrowan
The Ned Kelly History Museum and Homestead offers the visitor a window into the past. The Museum is set out in an easy to follow format with genuine artifacts, articles and original photos from the Kelly era of the early 1840s to the early 1940s. Photos are welcome. There is an exact replica of the…
Read MoreKellyland Glenrowan
The main attraction and highlight at Kellyland Glenrowan is the re-enactment of Ned Kelly’s last stand. Using the brilliance of animatronics and special effects you are magically transported back to June 28 1880 where you travel with the Police towards Beechworth. You’ll then be held captive in the Glenrowan Inn by the Kelly Gang, before…
Read MoreHilda Bain Mural – Winton Wetlands
The large-scale artwork of Hilda Bain is to be found at the entrance to the area known as The Lunette, within the Winton Wetlands reserve. It was created by artist Cam Scale in 2016. Cam is a well-renown fine artist and mural painter in Australia, working primarily with aerosol, oil and acrylic, and specialising in…
Read MoreSt James Silo Art
Painted by artist Tim Bowtell, the silos pay tribute to St James rich history. Not many people know that St James is the home the first Coles store! Sir George Coles grew up in the St James township and took over the St James General Store from his father, expanding it to the empire it…
Read MoreTatong Tavern Water Tank
The Tatong Tavern Water Tank is conveniently located in the grounds of the Tatong Tavern, approximately 25 minutes from Benalla. Painted by by local artist, Michael Larkin, completed in March 2019 and is titled ‘The Kelly Gang prospecting in the Tatong Hills’. This is a great stop for anyone into silo art, water tank tank…
Read MoreBenalla Ceramic Mural
The Benalla Ceramic Mural was created by some of Australia’s leading ceramic artists and many people from Benalla. It emerges from the rolling green lawns on the shore of Lake Benalla, next door to the Benalla Museum and opposite the Benalla Art Gallery. Contributors to this open air gallery include nationally significant artists, 1500 regional…
Read MoreBenalla Library
The Sir Edward ‘Weary’ Dunlop Learning Centre (Benalla Library) is a modern and welcoming centre, promoting lifelong learning and literacy through a range of engaging programs. Whether you’re spending a few days in town and need a place to catch up on emails or explore digital resources, look no further than the Benalla Library. More…
Read MoreTC Trewin Agricultural Museum
A shed was built in 1987 with the aid of a Government Grant to preserve local agricultural machinery of the older generation of farmers. The significant collection of well labelled items, include a HV McKay binder, a Big E Harvester, Sunshine Number 6 header, Lennon’s Winnower and a 1930’s Bedford truck. Todays modern machinery is…
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