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Minerva’s Secrets Ballarat Heritage Festival

Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute

117-119 Sturt Street,
Ballarat Central VIC 3350

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  • 16 May & 18 May

7:30pm–8:30pm | 9:30pm–10:30pm

$25 per person

$25 plus gst and booking fee

Immerse yourself in the history of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute, exploring the library's impressive collection of rare books on the occult, manuscripts, bibles and mining maps. our guides will take you to all dark corners of the building including the basement with it's witchmarks.

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Visitor Information Centres

Ballarat Town Hall
225 Sturt Street
Ballarat VIC 3350

Ballarat Botanical Gardens
401-405 Wendouree Parade
Lake Wendouree VIC 3350

Acknowledgement of Country

Across Victoria’s Midwest, we acknowledge that we travel across the ancient landscapes of many First Peoples communities. These lands have been nurtured and cared for over tens of thousands of years and we respect the work of Traditional Custodians for their ongoing care and protection.

We recognise the past injustices against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in this country. As our knowledge grows, we hope that we can learn from their resilience and creativity that has guided them for over 60,000 years. As we invite people to visit and explore Victoria’s Midwest, we ask that alongside us, you also grow to respect the stories, living culture and connection to Country of the Ancestors and Elders of our First Peoples.


©️ 2025 Visit Ballarat. This initiative is funded by the City of Ballarat and Tourism Midwest Victoria.