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Victoria Police Museum

Showcasing the history of crime and policing in Victoria

Explore Melbourne and Victoria's social and cultural history through a unique collection of artefacts, displays and documents.

From Australia's largest collection of Kelly Gang armour to forensic evidence from Melbourne’s most notorious crimes, the Victoria Police Museum presents visitors with unique insights and surprises.

Dark Room: Online

The early 20th century was a time of experimentation for crime photographers. Although offenders were the original subjects of crime photography, police photographers soon began to document crime scenes as well as perpetrators. 

View the online exhibition

Things of Fire and Ash, Remembered

February is the 10th anniversary of the 2009 Victorian Bushfires. Our new exhibition 'Things of Fire and Ash, Remembered', pays tribute to the personal journeys and reflections of community members and police officers. Photography by Lilli Waters.

Current exhibitions

History of policing

The Victoria Police Museum is one of hundreds of groups and organisations contributing to the Victorian Collections online archive enriching our cultural heritage

Victorian Collections

Group visits

The Victoria Police Museum is the perfect venue for groups looking for an interesting day out

Group visits

Education programs

The Museum is a fascinating destination for primary and secondary students, and runs various education programs for school groups

Education programs

Key calendar dates

Summer Saturdays

January 12, February

Join us on January 12 from 11.00am - 3.30pm for our first Summer Saturday of the year!

Events

A Shout from the Long Grass

A podcast from Victoria Police that tells the story of one of the deadliest attacks ever on police in Victoria, and one of the most infamous chapters in Australian history.

Podcast

A hidden secret of Melbourne

Situated inside the World Trade Centre on Flinders St, the Victoria Police Museum is a great tribute to the hard working police who keep us safe. From the story of the Kelly Gang through to the Walsh St murders, the Museum offers a great chance to see how policing has changed over the years. Entry is by gold coin donation.

Plan your visit

Reviewed 08 February 2019