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Golden Dragon Museum
Things To Do Bendigo, Greater Bendigo, Victoria
Galleries, Museums and Collections
The Golden Dragon Museum documents, interprets and preserves the Chinese heritage in Australia. It opened in 1991 and is Victoria’s first accredited museum. It exhibits a Collection of over 30,000 objects including processional regalia, carved furniture and costumes embroidered with gold bullion thread. Artefacts date as far back as the Shang Dynasty 1600 – 1026 BCE.
Experience a living history of the Chinese people in Bendigo, from the gold rush of the 1850s to the present day, at the Chinese Cultural Centre of Australia. Learn about the unbroken 130-year history of Bendigo’s famous Imperial Processional Dragons, Loong, Sun Loong and Dai Gum Loong.
Located at the entrance to the Museum is a gift shop and restaurant, Emperor’s Dragon. Bendigo’s Chinese precinct, Dai Gum San, includes the Golden Dragon Museum, the Yi Yuan Gardens and the Guan Yin Temple.
Group bookings enjoy discounted entry and insightful educational tours which help bring the Museum to life. Group bookings are required and should be made by contacting the Museum well before the day you plan to visit.
Facilities
Carpark
Coach Parking
Enquiry Desk
Gallery / Museum
Non Smoking
Picnic Area
Public Toilet
Restaurant
Shop / Gift Shop
Internet Access
Free WifiDisabled Assistance
Caters for hearing impairment Caters for limited mobility Wheelchair accessMembership
Australian Museums and Galleries Association Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation Victoria Tourism Industry CouncilRates
From AU$10.00
Adults $16, Concession $13, Children (aged five to 16) $10 and Family $40.
Receive a group discount with bookings of 15 people or more. Group bookings must be made in advance.
