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Early colonial painting of Melbourne viewed from Emerald Hill, with Yarra and city grid visible.

Until 1 Mar

Yarra Birrarung: Artists, Writers and the River

Curated by acclaimed historian Dr Judith Buckrich, this exhibition offers the first in-depth illustrated history of the Yarra Birrarung, covering over 200 years, from pre-European settlement to today. Featured are the creatives whose lives and works were inspired by this iconic river – from the Heidelberg School to Melbourne’s sporting landmarks.

Don't miss this opportunity to delve into Melbourne’s cultural and environmental history and celebrate the Yarra.

Date	Times
Mon 24 Feb	10:00am - 5:00pm
Tue 25 Feb	10:00am - 5:00pm
Wed 26 Feb	10:00am - 5:00pm
Thu 27 Feb	10:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 28 Feb	10:00am - 5:00pm

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