Ballarat Town Hall Self-Guided Audio Tour
"If these walls could talk..."
Monday 17 November – Wednesday 19 November, 8.30am - 5pm
The Ballarat Town Hall has stood for over 150 years, born from the 1850s’ gold rush. It has a long history that reflects the growth and development of the City of Ballarat, both its triumphs and tribulations.
The Town Hall has been the scene of many occasions great and small, in which thousands of citizens, visitors, dignitaries, celebrities and civil servants have played a part throughout the years
Look out for the stop markers and listen to the audio clips as you explore the Town Hall, to hear what they would say if these walls could talk...
Please note – access to some of the rooms may be limited.
Registration is not required.
Procession in Sturt St, Ballarat/Unveiling statue. 1 November 1906. State Library Victoria
Ballarat Town Hall Guided Tours
Wednesday 19 November and Friday 21 November, 2pm - 3pm
Step through the doors of the Ballarat Town Hall for a free guided tour with one of their knowledgeable Hall Keepers.
A fascinating hour awaits with stories of the history of Ballarat and the Town Hall's part in it. Explore areas of the Town Hall normally not accessible to the public. This tour will inform and delight visitors to this historic city.
Bookings are essential and tickets are only available via the City of Ballarat here.
Australia ICOMOS and the City of Ballarat are proud to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land which includes Ballarat today, the Wadawurrung and Dja Dja Wurrung People, and recognise their continuing connection to the land and waterways.
We pay our respects to all Elders, past and present, and extend this to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.