Description

Encompassing the existing heritage building on the south-eastern corner, the new Melbourne Holocaust Museum is conceived in stark contrast to the bunker-like forms of many Holocaust museums around the world.

Kerstin Thompson Architect’s design incorporates clay and glass bricks on the façade providing a strong connection to the street and the public realm, while the interior spaces are infused with natural light and connection to views of the expansive sky and bay. The new five-storey building combines museum, research, education and staff offices and amenities linked by a beautifully detailed circulation core.

What's On

Come enjoy a rare experience and insight into this world-class museum. There will be tours of the award-winning building to view and understand the structure. After your tour, you will have the opportunity to purchase a ticket to see the museum's exhibitions.

Children's Activities

Inside the museum there is a permanent exhibition for children aged 10 and above. Hidden: Seven Children Saved is an innovative exhibition designed to provide children ages 10 to 14 a safe and meaningful interaction with the Holocaust, by following the experiences of seven child survivors who were in hiding during the war. This exhibition is an additional cost.

In Collaboration With:

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  Anne-Claire Deville

  Anne-Claire is an associate at KTA. An architect with more than 15 years of experience working in France, Germany and Australia, she is knowledgeable about all stages of a project and has successfully managed several projects from the conceptual design to town planning, design development, contract documentation and administration, and tender. Anne-Claire strongly believes in establishing collaborative working relationships with her internal team, clients and consultants. She played a pivotal role in the Melbourne Holocaust Museum project as project lead until its completion in 2021.

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  Dr Breann Fallon

  Dr Breann Fallon has been working in the cultural sector, educating on the Holocaust and other human rights issues since 2013. The granddaughter of non-Jewish survivors of Nazi persecution, Breann is focused on ensuring we communicate the past to ensure a better present and future for all.
  Breann also works to spread awareness of human rights issues across multiple platforms. She served on the 2023 Federal Senate Advisory Panel into the Banning of Nazi Symbols, is the host of the 2022 documentary Trafficked to Australia and is a presenter for ABC Radio National’s Religion and Ethics Unit.
  As Head of Programming and Exhibitions, Breann leads the strategy and delivery of education, collections and curatorial in order to create meaningful, relevant and lasting experiences for the visitor.