Across Melbourne, every building, street and public place tells a unique story. Shaped by its transformation over time and the diverse communities that live here, the city is more than its bricks and mortar—the city is about people and place. The stories of our city are embedded in its urban landscapes and the people who live, work and play here.
To celebrate this year’s Open House Melbourne’s Weekend theme, you are invited to share your Stories of the City.
Stories that are personal and stories that are collective. Stories that explore our heritage or look to the future. Stories of Country, migration, innovation, resilience, and community. Collectively, these stories will form a special exhibition, held over the Open House Melbourne Weekend, at the Bates Smart Gallery.
From 29 April and 5 June 2025, you can submit your stories online and be part of this collective exhibition.
Stories of the City will illuminate stories hidden behind closed doors or overlooked in everyday life. By exploring the layers of urban life through stories of architecture, culture and community, the 2025 Open House Melbourne Weekend will foster a deeper appreciation of the relationship between people and place, lived experience and built form.
A special thanks to our Practice Partner Bates Smart for hosting and curating the exhibition.
