"In most great cities, there is a building that epitomises its spirit and history. In Melbourne, it is undoubtedly the Royal Exhibition Building.

From its founding moments as a Palace of Industry, to the flying of the first Australian flag, the Building continues to mirror the lives of Melburnians as a home for culture, entertainment, commerce and study. Museum Victoria is the proud custodian of the Royal Exhibition Building.

Today is the first public Open Day since the Building, and surrounding Carlton Gardens, were ... (more)