Bendigo Pottery

Epsom, VIC

Arts and Crafts
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Address: 144 Midland Hwy, Epsom VIC 3551, Australia How do we get there? Number: 03 5448 4404
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About this activity

It's always fun when you find a pottery workshop to really get creative and get your hands messy, but at Australia's OLDEST pottery workshop, there is SO much more for the family to enjoy!

Bendigo Pottery was established way back in 1858, and is a great place for the creative families to visit! 

There is so much to do, and we're excited to tell you all about it! First, how about we start with the Interpretive Museum?

At this museum, you can step back in time and learn all about the production, machinery, processes and working conditions of this famous Bendigo Pottery - right from it's beginnings in 1858 to right now!

Did you know that Bendigo Pottery has one of the most significant collections of historic wood fired kilns in the entire world? That's quite an impressive feat!

The museum is built around old kilns, and is filled with exhibits that show you the equipment used, and the pottery created through the years. There are even videos and soundscapes to really give you an insight.

Of course, it's a pottery workshop, so we want to get our hands dirty! During the school holidays, Bendigo Pottery offer a Clay Play area where kids can try some hand building or sculpting. No need to book, just pick up a Clay Play Kit and get started!

If you want to try and learn a new skill, why not take up a wheel throwing lesson! These are offers outside the holidays too, and you can even get your creation fired and glazed ready to take home! Perfect for kids over 6 years. 

Decorating Workshops are available during weekdays during school holidays only, and here you can enjoy a 1 hour workshop on different techniques to really make your piece stand out!

We haven't even started on the numerous art galleries that you can explore!

Bendigo Pottery is certainly a great place to make the family go POTTY!

Activity location

Directions

Located at 146 Midland Highway at Epson, just 6.5km north of the famous Alexandra Fountain

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How much does it cost?

Hilton

Adults

$8 museum entry

Hilton

Children

$4 museum entry

Hilton

Last Updates

2023

Bendigo Pottery FAQ’s

Bendigo Pottery not only continue teaching art, and showcasing local art, to all who visit, but they respect the history and preserve the workshop so they can continue to tell it's story

They have a cafe where you can enjoy a snack or a lunch. Lots of tasty treats here!

Don't forget to remember that there is no wrong in art...just be creative! It would be a shame to visit and not create something.

You can take your pottery home if you choose to from your workshop. They also have an antiques and collectables centre if you want to purchase something more fancy!

They offers a range of themes from history and art for students! They also have reference material for you too.

They have gluten free options available to you

If you have special needs, just give them a call to see how accessible the area is

Check all the workshops and activities before you visit, as they have different times and costs.

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