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Sovereign Hill acknowledges the Wadawurrung people as the Traditional custodians of the land on which we operate. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and to all of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who live and work on Wadawurrung Country. We acknowledge their unceded sovereignty over Wadawurrung Country, and the ongoing hardship and trauma as a result of colonisation. The history and continuous culture of the Wadawurrung people is an important part of our shared story.

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Tuesday to Sunday: 10am – 5pm Monday: Open for pre-booked school groups only (no general admission)Open every day during the Victorian school holidays 20 September - 5 OctoberGold Rush Centre &amp; Rare Trades Centre: Open for pre-booked workshops &amp; tours only

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Venture into vaults brimming with hidden treasures and stories of the lives of Chinese migrants who called Ballarat home. 
From intricate ceremonial pieces to everyday treasures, each item reveals a story of tradition, resilience, and connection. Meet Loong, one of Australia’s oldest processional dragons, and learn about the cultural legacy of the Chinese on the goldfields.
This is a walking tour through our collection stores. Due to the nature of the environment, personal belongings cannot be brought on the tour. Secure storage will be provided for your convenience.
About the Australian Centre for Gold Rush Collections
Sovereign Hill's Australian Centre for Gold Rush Collections is home to an amazing collection that brings together 150,000 objects that tell the stories of this region, its many diverse people, practices and ideas. It’s a place for new ideas and for discovery. 
Through our unique programs and experiences we present stories and objects that connect us to our history, heritage and culture.

We’ve got 150,000 objects tucked away that connect us to the amazing stories and fire your imagination. Find out all you need to know about the centre.

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Meet Loong, the oldest processional dragon in Australia and discover other hidden gems.

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Chinese Collections Tour

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Chinese Collections Tour

Australian Centre for Gold Rush Collections

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