Castlemaine historical society

Monday Meetings
2026-01-05 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-02-02 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-03-02 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-06 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-05-04 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-06-01 19:30 - 22:00 (Australia/Melbourne)
Monday Meetings are the first Monday of each month except December, January and February at 7:30 pm.
These meetings are held at the Former Courthouse, 7 Goldsmith Crescent, Castlemaine
Our meetings feature a guest speaker followed by supper when visitors, members and our guest speaker can mingle and chat.

Tuesday Openings
2026-01-20 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-01-27 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-03 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-10 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-17 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-02-24 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-03 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-10 10:00 - 15:00 and 14 more dates
Tuesday opening hours at the Former Courthouse are from 10.00 am to 3.00 pm.
During our opening hours, the Research Repository is open for “drop-in” research visitors to carry out research and make other enquiries.
Please email chsi@castlemainehistoricalsociety.com to arrange appointment for a personal visit.

Former Court House reopens for 2026
2026-01-20 10:00 - 17:00

From the Former Courthouse to the Old Castlemaine Gaol - Bus Tour
2026-03-07 19:00 - 22:00 | Former Court House, 7 Goldsmith Crescent, Castlemaine, VIC, 3450, Australia
Step Into Castlemaine’s Past… If You Dare
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT
Enjoy a lively journey – you never know who’ll step out of history next!
Start: Former Courthouse, 7 Goldsmith Crescent

Drink & nibbles
Historic cases retold by characters from the past

On the bus:

Tour the town
Meet surprising figures who step aboard to tell their stories

Finale: Old Castlemaine Gaol precinct (arrive approx 9pm)

Meet some former “residents” – funny, dramatic, unforgettable
Enjoy supper & drinks

Return shuttle to Goldsmith Crescent starts from 9.30pm.
A night of history you may not know, laughter and unforgettable characters. Don’t miss it! Get in quick. Ticket costs are all inclusive. Numbers are limited so get in quick!
