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Museum of Chinese Australian History Inc.

22 Cohen Place, Melbourne, Victoria 3000, Australia
03 9662 2888
Ranked #46 of 157 attractions in Melbourne
4.5 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
Type: History Museums
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012

Lots of history. I always love the dragons. A fun day out

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2012

See the worlds oldest dragon and other unique chines artifacts and historical items brought to melbourne to protect them from the civil war between the imperialists and communists. We are lucky to have them.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012

This is delightful museum, quiet and tranquil. Extremely interesting and authentic account of Chinese in Melbourne. Well laid out with interactive displays - the ceremonial dragon has to be seen.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2012

A superb museum, tracing the Chinese community in Australia. A very big part of Australias history.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2012

Right back to the 1850s gold rush, the contribution of the Chinese to Melbourne's history and culture has been massive. This museum covers it all. You will find it just off Little Bourke Street near Exhibition Street. You can't miss it - look for the pagoda like arch in the little square in front of the museum. A real living... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012

some gruesome facts you cant get out of your mind for a while. otherwise quite interesting and realistic but unfortunately an entry fee applies.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 January 2012

There isnt much here but it is really quite a nice little museum in China town. It is hard to find, its down an alley near the large Tori gate... closer to spring street

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2012

Went to the Museum with my Children's Class had a great time so much information and back ground, thank you.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2012

I can not get enough of this place. i just love reading the history, loking at the artefacts and just imagining what and how life went on so many years ago, Highly recommended.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 September 2011

We happened upon it while on a business trip to Melbourne. What a surprise to find such a gem in Chinatown, with a comprehensive history of the Chinese in Australia. The tour starts with a re-creation of what it was like to travel by sea to Australia, complete with a dark and rocking ship's cabin. Multiple floors continue the experience,... More

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