Preserving History for the Future

The Bendigo Historical Society Inc, is a voluntary non-profit Incorporated Association established in November 1958
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Step into the story of Bendigo's Past

Explore everything we offer to help you connect more deeply with Bendigo’s past

Visit the Museum

At History House, 11 Mackenzie St, Bendigo, we have a community museum with free entry. The museum is open Thursdays and Saturdays from 11am-2pm (closed from December 13 2025 - January 31 2026).

Join a Tour or Talk

We plan a public program of walks and talks each year. Our free history talks are held quarterly at the Latrobe Art Institute. Our monthly paid walking tours are extremely popular often selling out in advance.

Become a Member

We have two membership options single or family. Member benefits include a monthly newsletter, and discounted rates to our walking tours and special events.

News and Insights into Bendigo's past

Keep up to date with our latest news via Facebook and read articles exploring Bendigo’s people, places, and fascinating past.

This week in Bendigo magazine

Preserve Bendigo's Past. Support Bendigo's Future

A small gift can make a big difference in keeping history alive

Your support makes preservation possible

The Bendigo Historical Society is supported and staffed by volunteers who dedicate their time and passion to safeguarding local history. But preserving the past takes resources. Your donation helps fund conservation materials, exhibit development, digitization efforts, and community programming. Together, we can keep these stories alive for generations to come.

See what your gift can do

$50

Five Archive Boxes
Your gift will help us buy sturdy archival boxes to house important documents, ledgers and photographs and keep them preserved for years to come.

$500

School Awards Sponsorship
Your contribution will recognise hardworking students and nuture their interet in history by providing book vouchers to celebrate their academic achievements.

$1000

Flatbed scanner
A professional flatbed scanner allows us to preserve delicate items safely and share them widely in our online collection.

$1500

Exhibition Sponsorship
Support the setup costs of our next exhibition and receive recognition with your branding featured in our displays and marketing.

Meet our Sponsors

Thank you to our local supporters