Victoria Police Museum
Victoria Police Museum
4.5
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Experience Victoria's policing history in our new space at 313 Spencer Street, Docklands. From Australia's largest collection of Kelly Gang armour, information about Melbourne’s most notorious crimes, police equipment, forensic evidence and more - there's something for everyone at the Victoria Police Museum.
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Linda B
Melbourne, Australia72 contributions
Dec 2023 • Family
We really enjoyed our visit. The museum is conveniently located a short walk from Southern Cross station. All of the displays are very well presented and very interesting. The staff were friendly and helpful. There are several interactive exhibits that should appeal to both young and old. An added bonus is it is free entry. Definitely worth a visit.
Written 28 December 2023
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Heather B
Melbourne, Australia88 contributions
Feb 2017 • Friends
We were lucky enough to find that the Victorian Police Museum was going to be open on Saturday so headed down to 637 Flinders Street, ooops, not quite the right address, but the museum is just around the back of Flinders Street in Siddeley Street, so only a really short walk away.
Certainly not a large museum, but so much information is packed into the small space. Lots of reading to be done, but so many snippets of information that we all came away say "Who knew ...............".
Thoroughly recommend this museum if you get a chance.
Certainly not a large museum, but so much information is packed into the small space. Lots of reading to be done, but so many snippets of information that we all came away say "Who knew ...............".
Thoroughly recommend this museum if you get a chance.
Written 4 February 2017
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Thank you for your review. We are glad you enjoyed the Museum and found it informative. Victoria Police has a long and proud history and we're fortunate to have the opportunity to share it with the community.
https://www.tripadvisor.com.au/ShowUserReviews-g255100-d257182-r465208758-Victoria_Police_Museum-Melbourne_Victoria.html#
Written 8 March 2017
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meri556
Canberra, Australia12 contributions
Apr 2014 • Solo
i visited this museum to find out if there was information about my great grandfather. he worked as a melbourne policeman in the late 1800s. the staff bent over backwards to help.
they found his report books and lots of other interesting titbits for my geneology project.
they were as excited as me! if you go for these reasons tis an idea to make contact before hand.sometimes the information is archived and takes time to find.
twas delightful to find a museum with such helpful,dedicated staff.the researchers i dealt with were volunteers
they found his report books and lots of other interesting titbits for my geneology project.
they were as excited as me! if you go for these reasons tis an idea to make contact before hand.sometimes the information is archived and takes time to find.
twas delightful to find a museum with such helpful,dedicated staff.the researchers i dealt with were volunteers
Written 18 March 2015
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meri556 I have passed your kind words along to our researcher and research volunteers. They all do fantastic work here to try to help people find out more about policing history and their familial lines.
The best way for our researcher to help is via email:
policemuseum-mgr@police.vic.gov.au
Since many of our archives are in a secure area, it is easiest for our staff to do the research for individuals with queries. We are happy to assist.
Thank you and we hope to see you again in the future.
Written 19 March 2015
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HelenAlex
Melbourne Australia51 contributions
Sept 2012
So much to see. History to today. Very well set out. A credit to Victorian Police. Highly recommended place to visit
Written 19 May 2013
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gere6
Melbourne, Australia119 contributions
July 2019 • Family
it's time to be a police.... for a short while....take a pic with the police uniform of your choice, a quick visit around the Victoria Police history and back with some evidences to remember....
Written 14 July 2019
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Leanda D
Townsville, Australia58 contributions
May 2018 • Solo
Situated inside the world trade centre on Flinders st this museum is a great tribute to the hard working police who keep us safe. From the story of the Kelly gang through to the Walsh st murders its a great chance to see how policing has changed over the years. Entry is by gold coin donation. There is a small gift shop there too
Written 7 May 2018
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SCJ
Sandringham, Australia243 contributions
Jan 2018 • Couples
Having just visited the Fire Museum up the road, we were expecting a bit more. A small museum with some good exhibits, however it was a little ho hum! Interesting section on the change in the police force over the years and women in the service; the Ned Kelly exhibits were hard to read due to the lighting; the videos were interesting but a little too long to stand and watch (the seating was taken up by others). Having said that, we were glad we went. Entrance by a gold coin donation was appropriate.
Written 20 January 2018
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Sharon K
6 contributions
Nov 2017 • Friends
Fantastic place to visit. So much to see and read about. Very informative and quite moving in places. Worth a look for those interested in our criminal history.
Written 2 November 2017
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Lesleyh409
High Wycombe, UK42 contributions
May 2017 • Couples
Specifically wanted to see this as have historic connections to the police. Tourist maps need to be updated as the museum has moved. However we found a policeman and he knew the way. Always say if you're lost to ask a policeman - it worked. Some very interesting stories and exhibits. Well worth the visit.
Written 29 May 2017
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KeithGHullEngland
Hull England319 contributions
Feb 2017 • Solo
You have to work a little to find this museum but its worth it. Not a big museum but free and tells a very fasinating tale of policing in Melbourn thru the years.in my mind a must visit place.
Written 10 March 2017
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visited many years ago.loved it.found out about my greatgrandfather ......william malone.......who worked at kensington police station in th late 1800s
can you please tell me what has happened to kensington police station.what was its address??
am returning soon to check more facts about william
thanks.you do a great job
Written 10 March 2015
Thanks so much for your question meri556. I will pass this question to our researcher so that she can look into Kensington police station for you. If you wouldn't mind emailing us at: policemuseum-mgr@police.vic.gov.au, we would love to send you the information directly.
Written 10 March 2015
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