McCrae Homestead and Galleries

11 Beverley Road, McCrae 3938 Ph: 5981 2866

Open: Saturday and Sundays 12pm to 4pm (winter hours)

Groups by appointment.

Admission:

Adults $6, Concession & Children $5, Family $12, Members Free

History:

Built in 1844 by Andrew and Georgiana McCrae, McCrae Homestead is one of Victoria's oldest homesteads and is a physical reminder of the early pioneering life, using locally available materials and primitive construction techniques.

Georgiana was an accomplished artist, musician and diarist. Her beautiful sketches are housed in the gallery beside the original homestead which contains the rare collection of 19th Century family heirlooms and artworks.

Galleries:

The new McCrae Homestead Visitor Centre houses two exciting new galleries that showcase the history of the Mornington Peninsula.

The new McCrae Gallery tells the story of Georgiana McCrae and her family. It contains original sketches and drawings by Georgiana McCrae, artefacts and costumes about the early settlers lives and Georgiana's extraordinary life story.

The new Burrell Twycross Gallery tells the story of the Burrell family who lived at the Arthurs Seat cottage for seventy years. The Gallery contains video presentations, original artefacts and funishings.

The "Visions of Port Phillip' exhibition displays many outstanding photographs by John Twycross of Port Phillip Bay and the Mornington Peninsula in the early 20th Century.

Tours / Bookings:

Contact 03 5981 2866 to organise a group tour or school booking.

Education / Schools:

Contact 5981 2866 to discover the different programs offered to primary & secondary levels.

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