Each year we welcome people from around the world who seek a meaningful connection to one of Australia’s most significant foundation stories – the Eureka Rebellion.
At the Eureka Centre, we explore the social history and cultural impact of the Victorian gold rush and honour the stories of the men and women who risked their lives in the fight for miners’ rights.
The Eureka Centre is located at the Eureka Stockade Memorial Park, considered to be the site of the 1854 Eureka Stockade where the rebellion took place. It is home to one of Australia’s most compelling historic artefacts – the Eureka Flag.
The Eureka Stockade Memorial Park is a place to contemplate the events of Eureka. The many layers of Eureka commemoration are reflected throughout the park in its significant trees, interpretive plaques and monuments that honour those involved in Eureka Stockade.
Thursday November 5, 2026
5:30pm
Drawing from the Ballarat Masonic Archives and other lodge records, Dr Samantha Fabry will introduce key Freemason figures connected to Ballarat’s early Lodges.
Thursday October 8, 2026 - Thursday December 17, 2026
10.30am, Every Thursday during school terms
Join Carly every Thursday for Eureka themed stories, songs and show-and-tell. Perfect for little learners.
Ages 0-5.
Monday October 19, 2026 - Thursday March 25, 2027
Monday to Thursday 10am-4.30pm
From Ballarat Libraries’ Australiana Research Collection, this display features wartime letters, postcards and official correspondence reflecting the life and service of Lieutenant Richard Cornish DCM.