Koorie Heritage Trust—Birrarung Building
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Koorie Heritage Trust (KHT) worked extensively with a design collaboration (led by Lyons) between First Nations architect Jefa Greenaway of Greenaway Architects, Lyons and Architecture Associates to develop a considered and beautiful plan for the building interior design and fit-out that reflects Country and place, and that responds in a culturally sensitive way to both organisational and First Peoples community needs and values.
The stand-alone First Peoples arts and cultural centre is a first of its kind in an Australian capital city. The whole building experience is reflective of First Peoples' connection to Country and culture.
Come inside to find out why KHT's building has won awards for this new design and expansion, including the 2024 City of Melbourne City Design Award, two category award wins at the 2024 Victorian Architecture Awards and Excellence in Fitout Awards in the 2024 Master Builders Victoria Award.
What's On
Come on a tour with Fiona Lew, associate at Lyons and a member of the KHT team to discover the cultural motifs, architectural considerations and award-winning moments. You will also be able to enjoy cultural artefacts from the KHT Collection, peek inside our Collection Store, view the Birrarung and tour our exhibitions.
Important Details
Tour/event summary information
Friday 25 July + Saturday 26 July + Sunday 27 July
Open access 10am—5pm
Saturday 26 July
Tours run 10am, 11am + 12pm
Running for 40 minutes in groups of 35
Bookings
No bookings required. Tour group capacity is limited and operates on a first-come, first-served basis.
Meeting Point
Meet at the Wominjeka desk inside the entry to the Birrarung Building, Fed Square.
Accessibility
Partially wheelchair accessible, Accessible bathroom, Quiet rooms, Elevator access
The building itself is wheelchair accessible, but travelling over the cobbles outside in Fed Square is tricky.
