Best Arts and Culture Places in Dandenong

"Melbourne can claim many of Australia's oldest attractions; the oldest public art gallery, oldest building, and the oldest arcade. We also have the oldest public library in Australia, and indeed one of the first libraries in the world. The State Library of Victoria is opposite Melbourne Central - and is filled with historical artifacts."

"At the State Library of Victoria, you can take free tours and hear stories about the state of Victoria, and its people. You can even see the armour of Australia’s infamous bushranger Ned Kelly and artifacts from the expedition of explorers’ Burke and Wills. There are guided tours or various free programs and exhibitions all year round."

"The State Library of Victoria is a famous and iconic landmark in Melbourne. This unique library was built back in the 19th century and even after so many years, this beautiful landmark is considered one of the most..."

"The Australian Centre for the Moving Image is ‘Australia’s only national museum of film, video games, digital culture and art,’ and features two cinemas, exhibition spaces and the permanent and ever-evolving exhibit Screen Worlds. See Cate Blanchett’s Oscar, props from Baz Lurhmann’s Moulin Rouge and costumes from Kylie Minogue, Dame Edna and Heath Ledger. Visit the Time Slice room, gawk at the Zoetrope and discover the magic behind the moving image and digital culture."

"This is a free museum showcasing Australia’s film, TV, video games, digital culture, and art. This is another one of the free and fun things to do in Melbourne CBD with the kids. I found it quite interesting to show Myla how I use to watch TV when I was a kid."

"Art enthusiasts often find Melbourne’s cultural and art scene very fascinating. This is probably because the city’s vibrant cultural scene offers a range of top-class galleries, cutting-edge performance art..."

"A free City Circle tram runs throughout town, starting at Flinders Street Station, and takes in must-see attractions such as St Paul's Cathedral, Parliament House and the Royal Exhibition Building. Hop off the tram at Flagstaff Station and take a five minute stroll to Queen Victoria Market. The market has been a Melbourne landmark for more than a century and offers an incredible range of local and imported gourmet foods. Grab a coffee from Market Lane Coffee, in the Deli Hall, and a spinach and cheese borek from the Borek Shop."

"Melbourne has such a strong music scene and you can learn all about it at the free exhibition at the Australian Music Vault, which celebrates the industry. A really special aspect of the museum is the interactive digital experience, where you can listen to interviews with people like musicians and producers to hear their stories. There’s a lot to learn here about the influences of Australian music, you can see costumes and instruments from performers, and all sorts of other really cool memorabilia."

"Buxton Contemporary is the result of a landmark gift from renowned art collector Michael Buxton, who in 2014 donated 350 major Australian artworks to form a new gallery. Adjoining the Victorian College of the Arts, the gallery comprises four exhibition galleries plus a huge outdoor screen devoted to moving image art. The gallery’s acquisitions tend to follow a smaller number of artists in depth and over time, building a rich insight into their changing practice."

"Loosely based on designer markets in London, Berlin and Europe and situated only a short distance from Brunswick Street Fitzroy, this market showcases over 50 cotemporary artists and designers each week. More information >>. 11am to 5pm, Saturdays & Sundays60 Rose Street, Fitzroy"

"The market consists of 15 car boot stalls, 27 standard stalls, 4 food stalls, a kids craft area, and space for musicians and performers."

"Lost & Found is an indoor market based in a shop just off Smith Street Collingwood. It features vintage furniture, lighting, art, posters, clothes, books, records and anything collectable. Permenant and casual stalls available."

"Offering customers fast service, Phat Pizza and Burger mean business. With an average turn-around time for the order to arrive in 5 to 8 minutes, this Elwood eatery is one to watch out for. The menu includes big and small burgers to cater to all appetites, and the burgers are consistently delicious and also moderately priced."

"This Richmond café takes the ideal of local-sustainable eating, mixes it with chic design based on salvaged timber and found items, and delivers a moral good, channeling profits into developing communities. Feast of Merit is an initiative of YGAP, a charity that supports youth education and leadership projects in Malawi, Ghana, Rwanda, Bangladesh, Cambodia and Australia. Suppliers such as St ALi, Hopkins River Beef and St. David’s Dairy donate their products."

"Notable for being Australia’s first female owned and operated brewery, the Two Birds Nest in Spotswood is home to their brewery and tasting room. Staple brews include their first and most popular beer, ‘Golden’ and the seasonal pour, ‘Stout’. Stop by for one, or make it a session and order something from the food menu that’s designed to complement the brews."