Connections Gallery

Discover treasures from the Museum’s collection in the Connections Gallery, including objects of national and international significance. These items and their stories provide unique insight into the history of the Yarra Ranges and the region today.   

The Yarra Ranges Regional Museum Collection of over 13,000 items includes objects, photographs, artworks, maps and significant Indigenous belongings.

During your visit to the Connections Gallery, discover the relationship between Wurundjeri elder William Barak and a local winemaking family. Learn about the career and legacy of Dame Nellie Melba. Explore the impact of bushfires on the local area and the changing shape of the land. View a mid-19th century treasure box, an AFLW jersey, Larry the Lyrebird and so much more.

Emerson Woods’ AFLW jersey c2019

Emerson Woods’ AFLW jersey c2019

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Magic lantern, c1870s

Magic lantern, c1870s

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Parrying shield from Coranderrk, c1870s

Parrying shield from Coranderrk, c1870s

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Ticket box and signs from The Memo, Healesville

Ticket box and signs from The Memo, Healesville

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Early motorised bus in the hills, c1913

Early motorised bus in the hills, c1913

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Lantern by Renate Crow, Belgrave Lantern Festival 2020

Lantern by Renate Crow, Belgrave Lantern Festival 2020

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Discover our full online collection

View our online collection database to discover the full collection of over 13,000 images of historical objects, treasured belongings and significant cultural items.

 

 

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