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We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-Wurrung People as the Traditional Owners of the land on which the Mary MacKillop Heritage Centre resides and extend our respect to all Australian Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander people.

This is a place of inspiration and vitality, which manifests and promotes the spirit and charism of Saint Mary MacKillop and the Sisters of Saint Joseph.

Latest News

29/05/23

Open House Melbourne at MMHC

Bookings for our next Open Day on Saturday 29 July is now open.

28/05/23

New Audio Tour

Visitors to the Mary MacKillop Museum can enjoy our free self-guided Audio Tour. Listen to the tour from the comfort of your home or during a site visit with your own device and earphones.

13/04/23

Australian Heritage Festival Open Day

Sat 13 May - Be inspired on a visit to the Mary MacKillop Heritage Centre, where you can learn about Australia’s first and only Saint! Explore the museum with one of our guides or with our new audio tour, take time to relax in our contemplative spaces, and enjoy a cuppa with a Sister of Saint Joseph.

MEETING FACILITIES

MEETING FACILITIES Mary MacKillop Heritage Centre has two beautifully restored meeting rooms available for hire.

ACCOMMODATION

ACCOMMODATION Mary MacKillop Heritage Centre has modern, air conditioned short term accomodation available.

EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND RESOURCES

EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND RESOURCES Access a range of resources that will assist educators and students when studying the life and legacy of St. Mary MacKillop.

WALKING TOUR

WALKING TOUR Visit the important historic sites of Mary's Melbourne on a walking Pilgrimage that commences at and returns to the Mary MacKillop Heritage Centre.

BIRTH SITE

BIRTH SITE The birth site of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop is located in the grounds of 7 Brunswick Street Fitzroy opposite Australian Catholic University.

SPIRITUALITY

SPIRITUALITY Our beautiful chapel in which Mary MacKillop prayed provides an inspirational atmosphere for people to spend some time in quiet reflection and prayer.