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Victoria Police Museum

The museum is closed for redevelopment and will reopen in 2023 at our new home at 313 Spencer Street.

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.

Image of promotional artwork from online exhibition called dark room
Image of promotional artwork from online exhibition called dark room

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

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

Group visits

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

Education programs

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

Key calendar dates

2022

Museum closed

The Victoria Police Museum is closed for redevelopment and will re-open in 2023.

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.

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. Closing 31st January 2020

Reviewed 01 March 2023