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19 Jul

Special Interest Tour: Unlocking the Collection

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  • Exhibition

The Johnston Collection's special interest tours offer in-depth information and behind-the-scenes access to hidden treasures.

By unlocking the doors, lids and covers of objects, this tour offers visitors the opportunity to see hidden aspects and interior details of items in the historic East ³Ô¹ÏÍø townhouse, Fairhall.

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Sat 19 Jul
  • 10am - 11.30am 10:00am - 11:30am

Location

The Johnston Collection
192 Wellington Parade
East ³Ô¹ÏÍø 3002

Price and bookings

From $15 to $30

Adult / general $30
Senior $28
Student / concession $28
Children $15

Contact details

  • telephone number: 03 9416 2515
  • email address: admin@johnstoncollection.org

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Special Interest Tour: Unlocking the Collection

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19 Jul

Salon Hang: Panel Discussion

A discussion exploring the intersections of gender, class, labour and value within the visual arts.

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Yarra Birrarung: Artists, Writers and the River

Delve into ³Ô¹Ï꿉۪s cultural and environmental history and celebrate the Yarra.

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