Education

The Ned Kelly Discovery Hub tells the dramatic story of the Glenrowan Siege, a pivotal moment in Australian history that unfolded just across the railway tracks on June 28, 1880. This 12-hour gun battle between the notorious Kelly Gang and police marked the end of the bushranger era, leading to major police reforms and leaving a lasting impact on Victoria’s frontier history. 

Collaborators 

During its development, the Ned Kelly Discovery Hub collaborated closely with Heritage Victoria, the local community, the families of the Victorian police officers involved in the siege, the descendants of the Kelly Gang, and the Traditional Owners of the land on which the Hub stands. 

For a full list of contributors and creators, download the comprehensive list here. 

Teacher resources can be found here. (�� File) 

For more information on school visits, please contact the Ned Kelly Discovery Hub E: tourism@wangaratta.vic.gov.au

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN AT THE NED KELLY DISCOVERY HUB

• Explore the key factors that led to the Glenrowan Siege. 
• Learn about the people of Glenrowan at the time, including squatters, bushrangers, and Traditional Owners. 
• Follow a timeline of events, beginning with the shooting of Aaron Sherritt at his home in Eldorado. 
• Learn about those involved in the siege, from the Kelly Gang and their families to the local residents and police. 
• Watch an engaging video featuring quotes from people directly involved in the siege, bringing history to life. 

The Facts

The story of Ned and the Kelly Gang has been portrayed and interpreted since before the siege of Glenrowan. The facts and perspectives of the events continue to be explored. The Ned Kelly Discovery Hub attempts to bring nuance, balance and humanity to the stories of all those involved.

Images have been sourced from the following institutions:

• The Beechworth Burke Museum
• Queensland Police Museum
• Benalla Costume Kelly Museum
• National Library of Australia
• Public Records Office Victoria
• National Museum of Australia
• State Library New South Wales
• State Library Victoria
• State Library of Queensland
• Victoria Police Museum

For a list of all of the content resources, please download the References/Credits guide below.

References & Credits(PDF, 175KB)

SCHOOL VISITS  

The Hub offers visitors an immersive experience into the remarkable story of the infamous Kelly Gang siege of June 1880.

Students will gain a deep understanding of the factors behind the gang’s rise, their activities, and their eventual downfall.

The Discovery Hub features a bird’s-eye view of the actual siege site, including key landmarks such as the Glenrowan railway station and Ann Jones’ Inn. Visitors can also find directions to important locations like Beveridge, Euroa, Benalla, Greta, Beechworth, and Wangaratta.

Information is presented through engaging short films, text, and photographic displays, offering a comprehensive view of this pivotal moment in history.

Interactive resources are available for visiting primary and secondary schools upon request. Designed to make learning fun and engaging, these resources encourage students to connect with the content in a more interactive way, rather than feeling like a traditional classroom task. Copies of these resources can be found in the appendices of this document.

Costs 

The standard charge for school visits is $20 per school group, which includes students and supervising adults. Payment details will be provided during the confirmation process. 

All school visits must be pre-booked.  

School Information Pack

The Ned Kelly Discovery Hub has collaborated with Patrick Watt, museum curator and contributor to the MACS STEM MAD program, to develop worksheets for students visiting the hub. These worksheets align with curriculum objectives and serve as an engaging learning tool for students. For more information about bringing your school to the hub, please refer to the School Information Pack.(��File)