Immigration Museum

Welcome to the Immigration Museum, located within the historic Old Customs House on Flinders Lane, a site that has served as the threshold for millions of individuals entering a new life in Australia. As an analytical student of…

The Long Room is the heart of the Old Customs House, a grand architectural space where arrivals were once processed and duties were collected. Imagine the atmosphere of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when this hall would…

In the Baggage exhibition, we examine the physical remnants of the immigrant journey. The display features real artifacts—trunks, suitcases, and personal items—that people chose to carry with them across the world. …

The Music Wall is a vibrant exhibition that explores the intangible heritage brought by immigrants—the songs, instruments, and rhythms that have shaped the modern soundscape. This interactive space allows you to see how much…

The Discovery Center is where the personal becomes the historical. Here, visitors can search through millions of arrival records, ship's registries, and official documents to trace their own family's story. …

The Tribute Garden is a serene outdoor space that acknowledges the diverse communities that have made Melbourne their home. It is a place for reflection, surrounded by the 'silent voices' of those whose names are etched into the…

The final section of our tour brings us to the Museum Theater, where the power of digital storytelling is fully realized. As the world's first fully digital museum of immigration in certain aspects, the facility uses immersive…

As we conclude our journey through the Immigration Museum, I hope you have been moved by the profound stories of resilience and hope that reside within these historic walls. We have walked through the grand Long Room where…