Royal Exhibition Building

Royal Exhibition Building The World Heritage listed, Royal Exhibition Building. The Royal Exhibition Building is one of the world's oldest remaining exhibition pavilions.
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On 1 July 2004, it became the first building in Australia to achieve a World Heritage listing. Located in Carlton Gardens, the pavilion was originally completed in 1880 for the first of two international fairs hosted by Melbourne. On May 1st, 1901, the initial Commonwealth Parliament was held here, an event commemorated in 2001, the centenary of Australian Federation. Today, with its meticulously

restored interior, expansive galleries and soaring dome, the Great Hall offers an impressive setting for trade shows, fairs and cultural and community events. Access inside the Royal Exhibition Building
To explore the Royal Exhibition Building, the Dome Promenade will be opening to visitors from 29 October 2022. Experience the wonderful views over Carlton Gardens and the city not viewed by the public for 100 years

Or, see one of the many expos, events and exhibitions that take place throughout the year. Melbourne's Golden Mile
Walk ‘Marvellous Melbourne’ and see how the discovery of gold shaped the city. Witness the majestic architecture and hear stories from your professional guide about the colourful characters of early boom town Melbourne.


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Check out the original French Foutain in the eastern forecourt of the Royal Exhibition Building.Although it is unclear w...
04/06/2026

Check out the original French Foutain in the eastern forecourt of the Royal Exhibition Building.

Although it is unclear when the fountain was removed, photographs showing the eastern forecourt in the early twentieth century already reveal that the fountain had been replaced by the current design, manufactured by Antoine Durenne.

Did you know that the Royal Exhibition Building was once used to hold a Roman Catholic Service in the Great Hall to cele...
02/06/2026

Did you know that the Royal Exhibition Building was once used to hold a Roman Catholic Service in the Great Hall to celebrate the Centenary of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Melbourne in 1948?

It goes to show the many different purposes the Royal Exhibition Building has had over the years.

Explore the history and opulence of a Melbourne architecture icon on a Royal Exhibition Building Dome Promenade Tour.Wan...
01/06/2026

Explore the history and opulence of a Melbourne architecture icon on a Royal Exhibition Building Dome Promenade Tour.

Wander through the halls of the building before climbing up to the Dome Promenade to experience stunning 360-degree views.

Limited tours available in June.
🎟️ Book now 👉 https://brnw.ch/21x2ZeX

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A blast from the past!Taken during the 1880 Melbourne International Exhibition, this is the view from just near the east...
27/05/2026

A blast from the past!

Taken during the 1880 Melbourne International Exhibition, this is the view from just near the east-west tramway that crossed the avenue, looking back towards the Great Hall with the Victorian Court on the left.

If you look closely, you can even spot exhibits of the British Court on the right, among them a display case of whips from G and J Zair of Birmingham.

In 1940, in the months after the outbreak of WWII, the Exhibition Buildings complex was requisitioned by the Royal Austr...
25/05/2026

In 1940, in the months after the outbreak of WWII, the Exhibition Buildings complex was requisitioned by the Royal Australian Air Force and used as a barracks and training facility. By 1942 more than 2000 men of the RAAF had been stationed at the Exhibition Buildings, alongside members of the Women’s Auxiliary Australian Air Force.

This photograph is from the album of Mrs Jessie Bull, taken during the occupation of the building when she served in the WAAAF as Jessie Haughton. In a letter to Museums Victoria, she describes entries in her diary. On 4 April 1943 (a Sunday) she was Duty Driver and the ‘1st WAAAF to climb ladder to top of dome. She notes "PS: Doubt if any others did".

Discover more history of the beautiful Royal Exhibition Building and the see the view for yourself when you visit the Dome Promenade.

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23/05/2026

Soaking up the sunny days in the last few weeks of autumn whenever we can ☀️👀

Shadows captured beautifully falling against the walls Royal Exhibition Building. From Federation to Fashion, Fire and F...
20/05/2026

Shadows captured beautifully falling against the walls Royal Exhibition Building.

From Federation to Fashion, Fire and Ferraris, the Royal Exhibition Building has many stories to share and these windows have seen them all.

A few of the many highlights from our Royal Exhibition Building Open Day over the weekend. With special thanks to all of...
14/05/2026

A few of the many highlights from our Royal Exhibition Building Open Day over the weekend.

With special thanks to all of our amazing performers, vendors, programmers, and museum staff who helped bring it all to life!

Photos of the Hochgurtel Fountain never fail to impress.Did you know that this fountain is Josef Hochgurtel only known p...
13/05/2026

Photos of the Hochgurtel Fountain never fail to impress.
Did you know that this fountain is Josef Hochgurtel only known piece of work in Australia?

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