Koorie Heritage Trust Cultural Centre
Aboriginal culture to hear, to see, to experience... to share!
Have you ever wondered what life was like 60,000 years ago? Do you know that 200 years ago a Boomerang wasnt a Boomerang, but a Wonguim, and the Didgeridoo is actually called the Yirdaki and never existed in South eastern Australia until only 100 years ago or so!
Learn why Koorie people are so different to other Aboriginal people around Australia?
Answers to these questions and much more about the fascinating Koorie culture are found at the Melbournes premier Cultural Centre, the award-winning Koorie Heritage Trust.
Walk through the interactive Permanent Exhibition to discover both the ancient and the contemporary lifestyle of Aboriginal people from 38 language groups around Victoria. Touch a possum-skin cloak, play clap sticks or hold a spear-thrower.
Four galleries showcase the best of emerging and established Koorie artists with exhibitions changing every six to eight weeks. Learn why Koorie art is so unique - no dots here!
Experience a deeply personal insight into Koorie culture with your Aboriginal Cultural Educator on a range of guided Cultural walks. These tours peel back the layers of concrete and stereotype to unlock the hidden treasure of the local Aboriginal people and place. Still Here, Still Strong!
Tens of thousands of students from kindergarten to tertiary level have participated in the dynamic KHT Cultural Education Programs and shared in a rich cultural experience and knowledge.
All KHT Cultural Education Programs are tailored to suit all levels of primary, secondary and tertiary students and linked with VELS.
The KHT library offers very specialist advice on resource material with books available for purchase through the KHT shop and retail outlet.
Discover the worlds oldest living cultures, in one of Australias largest cities - at the Koorie Heritage Trust Cultural Centre!
