MUSEO ITALIANO


Normal operating days and times
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday - Friday: 10am - 5pm
Saturday: 1pm-5pm
Sunday: CLOSED
Museo Italiano is a permanent exhibition which draws on and displays the records, images and objects from CO.AS.IT.'s Italian Historical Society. It is open to the public and features a special program for school groups.

About the themes   Visits by school groups               

VR Tour
CO.AS.IT. Museo Italiano Virtual Reality Tour

Immerse yourself in CO.AS.IT.’s Museo Italiano Virtual Reality Tour. Showcasing our rich Italian history and heritage, this special online experience enables you to explore the well-known Museo Italiano Exhibition at your leisure, anytime and from anywhere.

 Open House Melbourne

This event is part of the Open House Melbourne Weekend 2023 running across Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 July.

Find out more
Research
The Italian Historical Society Collection
The Italian Historical Society has a extensive collection of historic material documenting the Italian presence in Australia which is a useful resource for researchers.
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Research
Education
Educational programs
Offering a special education program for teachers of Italian, English and SOSE – with self-guided or staff-led options – Museo Italiano is the perfect place for your next excursion!
Info & book
School visits
Explore
Exhibitions and cultural events

Complementing the Museo's permanent collections, CO.AS.IT. regularly hosts temporary exhibitions and cultural events.
(Photo: ©Emilio Cresciani)

See what's on
Cultural program

Opening hours

Monday closed
Tuesday to Friday: 9am to 5pm
Saturday: 1pm to 5pm (new opening hours for Saturday)

Closed on public holidays | Groups by appointment

General admission is free

Contact us  Plan your visit

Education
Educational programs
Offering a special education program for teachers of Italian, English and SOSE – with self-guided or staff-led options – Museo Italiano is the perfect place for your next excursion!
Info & book
School visits
Research
Further research
The IHS has extensive collections of historic materials documenting the Italian presence in Australia. These are made available to scholars, writers and the community to assist them in family and community research.
Read more
Research
Explore
Temporary exhibitions and events

Complementing the Museo's permanent collections, Co.As.It. regularly hosts temporary exhibitions and cultural events.
(Photo: ©Emilio Cresciani)

See what's on
Cultural program

What's on? CO.AS.IT. cultural and community events

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