Grainger Museum — Attraction in Melbourne

An interesting one, especially for all those history and music lovers. A vintage collection of Musical equipment collected, owned by Percy Grainger. The collection also has scores of other items such as diaries, furniture, decorative arts,photos,clothing, correspondence. This museum was opened officially in Dec 1938. This building also has a historical significance that, it was designed by a architect called John Gawler. The building is listed in the register of the National Estate and the Victorian Heritage Register and National Trust of Australia(Victoria). The entry is free and there are some friendly staff to...

I visited the Grainger Museum as part of an RSL field trip.At first I thought was about a famous Carlton player but instead it was about the famous Australian composer and conductor of the same Christian name.We also visited a World War One exhibit.At one time I actually did point Percy towards the porcelain.Had a quick look at the campus.I had in the past worked for that building company.Good day out.The catering...

This truly is one of Melbourne's most fascinating museums with an amazing collection of very unique musical instruments, artefacts and memorabilia including many from the highly eclectic collection of the eccentric Percy Grainger. Entry is free and the staff is very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. If you're into music and music history then a visit to this very unique museum is...