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National Trust Anderson’s Mill Heritage Weekend

Anderson's Mill

Elizabeth Street,
Smeaton VIC 3364

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  • 9 & 10 May

10am–4pm

The eighth National Trust Anderson's Mill Heritage Weekend is a volunteer based community event that showcases Anderson's Mill and the arts, crafts and old trades of an earlier era.

Each year thousands of visitors come to the Anderson's Mill site, where the waterwheel runs over the weekend. Read the signs and enjoy a self-guided walk to learn more about this historic mill. Golf buggies take people with mobility issues to and from the mill from the oval. The festive atmosphere includes food and coffee.

Anderson's Mill was purchased by the Victorian Government and was recognised as an international heritage site. The event has created awareness of its significance in order to raise funds for its ongoing restoration. The spirit of the event has always been welcoming to all who wish to come to Anderson's Mill over the weekend. By making the event free, it is accessible to everyone.

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Acknowledgement of Country

Across Victoria’s Midwest, we acknowledge that we travel across the ancient landscapes of many First Peoples communities. These lands have been nurtured and cared for over tens of thousands of years and we respect the work of Traditional Custodians for their ongoing care and protection.

We recognise the past injustices against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in this country. As our knowledge grows, we hope that we can learn from their resilience and creativity that has guided them for over 60,000 years. As we invite people to visit and explore Victoria’s Midwest, we ask that alongside us, you also grow to respect the stories, living culture and connection to Country of the Ancestors and Elders of our First Peoples.


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