2025 Foxcroft Lecture: Professor Peter Kornicki

2025 Foxcroft Lecture: Professor Peter Kornicki

A journey through Japan’s printing history, from the 8th century to the Edo period and beyond.

Handling History
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Handling History

Come behind the scenes and discover real objects from the Second World War at the Shrine.

Forest Therapy
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Forest Therapy

Unwind with forest therapy (shinrin-yoku) and immerse your senses in nature.

The History of Printed Textiles

The History of Printed Textiles

Join Janet O'Dell for a lecture on the origins and challenges of printed textiles in Europe.

Shrine Kids
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Shrine Kids

Embark on a family adventure with this engaging program designed for discovery at every turn.

The Next Big Thing: Fates and Furies

The Next Big Thing: Fates and Furies

Five emerging voices explore stories of power, control and self-discovery in The Next Big Thing.

Bookish Club with Benjamin Law

Bookish Club with Benjamin Law

Benjamin Law waxes lyrical about Edmund White’s unflinchingly honest memoir, The Loves of My Life.

Jane Austen: Riddle Books and Family Charades

Jane Austen: Riddle Books and Family Charades

Join Francesca Kavanagh for a lecture on the author and her collection of riddles.

Pressed Tin Christmas Decorations

Pressed Tin Christmas Decorations

Create and decorate your own pressed tin ornaments in this fun workshop.

Little Chefs of Mercato Workshops
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Little Chefs of Mercato Workshops

These school holidays, let your little chefs discover the joy of cooking at il Mercato Centrale.

Maracatu Estrela do Mar: Afro-Brazilian Percussion Workshops
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Maracatu Estrela do Mar: Afro-Brazilian Percussion Workshops

Explore Afro-Brazilian percussion and music at this workshop series from Estrela do Mar.

Zero-Waste Kitchen: Cook Smarter, Save More

Zero-Waste Kitchen: Cook Smarter, Save More

Tired of food waste and tossing out seasonal wilted veggies? Then this is the class for you!

The Next Big Thing: Hot Desk 2025 #3

The Next Big Thing: Hot Desk 2025 #3

Showcasing writers from the third intake of fellows for the Hot Desk Fellowships.

View of Melbourne from across the Yarra River

The Librarians: Screening and Panel Discussion

A documentary on the fight for intellectual freedom.

 The Big Toy Swap with dirtgirl and Costa

The Big Toy Swap with dirtgirl and Costa

Refresh your child’s toy box sustainably at The Big Toy Swap, and join in interactive sessions.

DIY Craft Workshops
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DIY Craft Workshops

Unleash your creativity at these workshops where everyone is a designer.

Cannoli Making Class
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Cannoli Making Class

Learn how to make the perfect cannoli.

Ethics Tune Up: Free Speech and Tolerance

Ethics Tune Up: Free Speech and Tolerance

A workshop exploring ideas around free speech and tolerance.

The Shadow Realm: Holiday Program

The Shadow Realm: Holiday Program

A full-day story writing workshop devoted to the dark side, ages 10–14 years.

Chat 10 Looks 3 Live

Chat 10 Looks 3 Live

Join Leigh Sales and Annabel Crabb for one night only in Melbourne.

Making a Monster

Making a Monster

A creative workshop for crafting your own monster story at Sticky Institute.

Jay Kristoff: Empire of the Dawn

Jay Kristoff: Empire of the Dawn

Jay Kristoff unveils the conclusion to his bestselling dark fantasy series Empire of the Vampire.

Italian Family History Group La Mia Famiglia

Italian Family History Group La Mia Famiglia

Learn how to trace your Italian family heritage in this free workshop.

Celebrate Mexico: Tequila Versus Mezcal
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Celebrate Mexico: Tequila Versus Mezcal

Enjoy a guided tasting of artisan agave-based spirits paired with gourmet Mexican canapés.

Eric Puchner: Dream State

Eric Puchner: Dream State

American author, Eric Puchner, lifts the curtain on his latest novel, Dream State.

Polly Woodside Open Day
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Polly Woodside Open Day

Climb aboard and roam the decks of one of Australia’s last surviving 19th-century tall ships.

PAX Aus

PAX Aus

An annual celebration of gaming and gaming culture.

The Rise and Fall of the English Great Estates

The Rise and Fall of the English Great Estates

Join Caroline Jane Knight for an exploration of the rise and fall of England's great estates.

Waste Not, Want Dumplings: A Hands-On Cooking Class

Waste Not, Want Dumplings: A Hands-On Cooking Class

Join a fun and practical cooking class and create delicious dumplings.

Petit Four Workshop

Petit Four Workshop

Unlock the secrets to creating amazing bite-sized desserts in this cooking workshop.

Learn to Cook Thai: Green Curry Prawns and Thai Roti
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Learn to Cook Thai: Green Curry Prawns and Thai Roti

Make and eat a green curry and Thai roti at this cooking masterclass.

Kids School Holiday Chocolate Workshops
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Kids School Holiday Chocolate Workshops

Kids decorate a chocolate card in this 30-minute workshop.

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French Conversation Club
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French Conversation Club

Explore French culture in an engaging and intimate group setting.

Nature Journaling: Alissa Duke Using Watercolour Pencils

Nature Journaling: Alissa Duke Using Watercolour Pencils

Learn to use watercolour pencils to record your experience as you sketch in the Gardens.

Summer Sketching with Alissa Duke

Summer Sketching with Alissa Duke

Learn to sketch on location in the historic exhibition house of Fairhall.

View of Melbourne from across the Yarra River

In the Mood for Perfume

A perfume festival with talks and perfume workshops.