Viewed from the opposite side of the street, stands a 3-storey beige colonial-era building in the Renaissance style with multiple windows and Greek columns. Red banners and big lettering on the building’s front read ‘Immigration Museum’. People move along the street in front of the museum, a tram travels across the road from the right and high rises of the business district are visible in the background.

Making Melbourne: Immigration Museum & Customs House Tour

Part of Open House Melbourne

What
TOUR
When
General information
Tickets on sale 12pm Wednesday 2 July
Tickets
Free + $7 Open House Melbourne booking fee

As part of Open House Melbourne 2025, embark on a 150-year journey exploring the influence of Customs House (home of the Immigration Museum) on Victoria’s past, present and future.

Learn about the building’s impact on First Peoples and migrants, and how it has shaped Australian culture and values across time.

Formerly the gateway into Melbourne, for many years, Customs House determined who could and could not belong to Australian society.

Uncover the interconnections between architecture and society, and hear stories of power, loss, trauma, hope, struggle and triumph as the usage and significance of this iconic site continues to evolve.

Accessibility

Please view our accessibility page for general information. Contact our team on 13 11 02 or email us at [email protected] to discuss how we can support your visit.

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