RMIT Gallery, Melbourne

RMIT Gallery, Melbourne

RMIT Gallery is a public art institution situated in Melbourne, Victoria, serving as the primary art gallery affiliated with the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT).

Established on March 16, 1977, RMIT Gallery is situated within the historic section of Storey Hall, which dates back to 1887, located on RMIT's Melbourne City campus. The gallery is renowned for its dynamic exhibition program encompassing various artistic disciplines, including architecture, crafts, contemporary art, design, fashion, and fine art. It also hosts regular talks, lectures, discussions, and public events, and collaborates with RMIT Publishing for extensive publications related to art and design research.

Additionally, the gallery is entrusted with the stewardship of RMIT's permanent University Art Collection, which comprises several notable sub-collections. Of particular significance is the Linsday Edwards Collection, which focuses predominantly on Australian art and features works by prominent Australian artists, many of whom have connections to RMIT as alumni or former faculty. These artists include Howard Arkley, John Brack, Leonard French, Roger Kemp, Inge King, Max Meldrum, John Olsen, Lenton Parr, Fred Williams, and others. The collection also includes the invaluable W.E. Macmillan Collection, showcasing gold and silver artifacts, among other holdings.

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Sight Name: RMIT Gallery
Sight Location: Melbourne, Australia (See walking tours in Melbourne)
Sight Type: Museum/Gallery

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Create Your Own Walk in Melbourne

Create Your Own Walk in Melbourne

Creating your own self-guided walk in Melbourne is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
St. Kilda District Walking Tour

St. Kilda District Walking Tour

A cosmopolitan seaside suburb of Melbourne overlooking Port Phillip Bay, Saint Kilda District is a charming and culturally rich neighborhood graced with a blend of historical landmarks and contemporary attractions.

One of its prominent sites is the Saint Kilda Town Hall, an imposing municipal building that serves as a hub for various community events and gatherings.

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Melbourne Introduction Walking Tour

Melbourne Introduction Walking Tour

Melbourne is the capital and largest city in the Australian state of Victoria. The metro area consists of 31 different towns spread around the bay of Port Philip. Indigenous Australians have lived here for more than 40,000 years. European settlement began in the 1830s when settlers arrived from Van Diemen's Land (Tasmania). The settlement, incorporated in 1837, was named for the British Prime...  view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.5 Km or 2.2 Miles
Laneways and Arcades Walking Tour

Laneways and Arcades Walking Tour

With over 40 laneways and arcades found in Melbourne, one can easily traverse a good part of the city's Central Business District through them, without even setting foot on a street. Many of these laneways date back to the Victorian era and are packed to the brim with all sorts of retail establishments and eateries – each with its own distinctive character and charm.

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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.6 Km or 1 Miles
Historical Buildings Walking Tour

Historical Buildings Walking Tour

Melbourne's architecture is a rich cocktail of styles ranging from those practiced in the early years of European settlement of Australia to the more modern ones. Among the historical buildings particularly noticeable here are those from the Victorian era, forming an essential part of the city's heritage.

The Old Melbourne Gaol once served as a prison, from 1842 to 1929, and is...  view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.1 Km or 2.5 Miles
Melbourne Food Tour

Melbourne Food Tour

Relatively small compared to the likes of New York City or London, Melbourne is quite big when it comes to food – standing tall among major international culinary destinations. The influence of multiple waves of immigration from Europe and Southeast Asia has rendered this Australian city's gastronomic landscape insanely varied and opulent.

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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.2 Km or 1.4 Miles

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Chocolate Indulgence Tour of Melbourne

Chocolate Indulgence Tour of Melbourne

Melbourne has a reputation for cafés and fine restaurants, and lately a chocolate fever has taken over the city. This tour takes you through the alleyways and arcades of the city center whilst stopping at selected chocolate indulgence points. Take your senses on a unique experience through six of...