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Ned Kelly Anniversary Special Events - 28 October - 11 Nov, 2010

‘Crown Vs Ned Kelly’ Courtroom Drama

On the 130th anniversary of his trial on this site, be part of the immersive and interactive courtroom experience that brings to life Ned Kelly’s trial in a scripted drama. Discuss the verdict with our knowledgeable staff and learn about the trial that sentenced our most infamous bushranger to death.

PRICE: $38 – Includes canapés and wine

DATE: Thursday 28 October

TIME: 5:30 – 8pm

Bookings Essential – click here or call 03 8663 7228

Kelly Quest: The Ultimate Search for the Real Ned Kelly

Join a discovery tour that will take you on a quest to uncover the Ned Kelly legend. The Kelly Quest begins at the Victoria Police Museum, goes to the State Library of Victoria and is followed by the interactive, scripted trial of Ned Kelly at the former Magistrates’ Court. At each venue you will find original Kelly items and a range of primary source material, as well as specialist facilitators to give unique perspectives. The day ends where Ned’s life did – at the gallows of the Old Melbourne Gaol.

PRICE: $20 per person

DATE: Friday 29 October

TIME: 9.30am – 3.30pm

Bookings Essential (minimum age 13 years) – click here or call 03 8663 7228.

PLEASE NOTE: Participants make their own way to and between venues – public transport is recommended.

‘Roast Lamb, Peas & a Bottle of Claret - Such is Life’

On the 130th anniversary of Ned’s last night in the Gaol, commemorate his last meal with a unique dinner and a ‘Such a Life’ performance at the Old Melbourne Gaol.

PRICE: $120 – Includes three course dinner. Earlybird Discount: $40 discount for bookings made before 30 September.

DATE: Wednesday 10 November

TIME: 6:30 – 9.00pm

Bookings Essential – click here or call 03 8663 7228

Self Guided Tours

Guide your way through the chilling history and secrets of the Gaol. Learn about Ned Kelly, see the Death Masks and find out what prison life was really like in the 1800’s.

Watch House Experience

A guided tour and interactive performance held daily in the Watch House.

Hangman’s Night Tours

Michael Gateley was Melbourne’s most prolific and brutal hangman. Join him and experience Australia’s most haunted building by candlelight …if you dare! Generally held 4 times a week at 8.30pm (7.30pm in winter). Bookings Essential – contact Ticketek on 13 28 49 or go to: www.ticketek.com.au

Ghostseekers Night Tours

Join the Ghostseekers team and investigate the paranormal at the Old Melbourne Gaol. Stake out the spooky at one of Australia's most haunted sites. Choose from one of two unearthly experiences;

Old Melbourne Gaol with Ghostseekers

Explore and examine the Old Melbourne Gaol with Ghostseekers. Victoria's most legendary lock-up was the site of 135 hangings and housed some of our most feared criminals. Investigate paranormal activity and assess you findings!

Bookings Essential- contact Ticketek on 13 28 49 or go to: www.ticketek.com.au.
For further information about Ghostseekers visit: www.ghostseekers.com.au

Such a Life

A free live performance staged every Saturday at 12.30pm and 2.00pm. Experience the truth behind Ned Kelly’s life and legend in the very place where the iron outlaw drew his last breath in 1880.