Step back in time to the early settlement of the Yarra Valley
Have you ever wondered how the pioneers of the Yarra Valley lived a 100 or more years ago? Take a trip back in time, to Mont De Lancey and an authentic recreation of pioneer life that will engage and entertain you and your family. Wandin's earliest brick homestead and its gardens have been fully restored and you can even meet some of the descendants of the pioneer families who will bring local history alive as you tour this award-winning heritage attraction in the beautiful Yarra Valley.
Group tours, weddings, school groups, special functions and the general public are all catered for. Why not make it a full day and enjoy a light lunch in our unique French Restaurant, Les Chesselles, situated in our grounds. You will enjoy fresh local produce and the best coffee in the Yarra Valley, and the specialty of the house, delicious Petit Fours.
If you haven't experienced Mont De Lancey yet, you owe it to yourself to come and have a look. Our volunteer guides are waiting to welcome you.
Located in Wandin, Victoria, Australia, Mont De Lancey Historical Home and Museum features an historic home and 1880's Slab Kitchen, gardens, museum, chapel Heritage Education Centre and blacksmiths shop.
The establishment of Mont De Lancey was made possible by a most generous gift of property from members of the Sebire family, and the enthusiastic and material support of the descendants of the community's pioneers. This allows each of us, our children and their children, to develop a pride in the achievements of our past which can be shared by all who visit this area, part of Victoria's magnificent Yarra Valley.
Australian Blacksmithing Show 2010
The Australian Blacksmithing Show is an annual event staged each October at the Mont De Lancey Homestead, Wandin, Victoria.
This year the Australian Blacksmithing Show will be held over the weekend of October 9th & 10th.
First held in 2005, The Australian Blacksmith Show features metal workers from each state and the territory. It is the ideal setting to showcase the craft of blacksmithing. The event also features Medieval re-enactments, woodworkers, tin & silversmiths and other traditional crafts.
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Photographic Competition at Mont De Lancey
During October Mont De Lancey will be host to a photographic Competition and Exhibition. This will be a major arts event in the Yarra Valley, with a prize pool totalling arond $5,000 across a broad range of categories. Read more here.
Museum Gift Shop and Bookstore
The Gift Shop specialises in a variety of local handmade gifts as well as a wide selection of books about the regional history.
Here are some of the publications currently available
- Images of the Dandenongs
- The Dandenongs
- Railways of the Yarra Valley by Nick Anchem
- Dreams from a Suitcase - Recollections of Italian Settlers in the Yarra Valley
- As I Remember - Memories of life in the Wandin District
- Wandin and Its Origins
- Upper Yarra Dam - A 1950's construction town
- Wandin Yallock State School 1033 History & Roll book 1885-1985
- A series of childrens books titled 'My Adventure Books' by Jo Rothwell
These publications are available by mail order:
Weddings at Mont De Lancey
Have a sneak peek at some of the wonderful Wedding services that Mont De Lancey and Les Chesselles have to offer. Stream the video here.
Exhibition Space Available at Mont De Lancey
Mont De Lancey offers exhibitors a range of Indoor and Outdoor spaces ideal for any size exhibition. Catering services can also be arranged. Click here for more details.
The Slab Kitchen at Mont De Lancey
The Gardens
View across Yarra Valley from the homestead
Farmers Market at Mont De Lancey, every second Saturday of each month (more details)
Photographic Competition at Mont De Lancey
During October Mont De Lancey will be host to a photographic Competition and Exhibition. This will be a major arts event in the Yarra Valley, with a prize pool totalling arond $5,000 across a broad range of categories. Read more here.
15th Acquisitive Art Show
September 12th to October 3rd
Read more here.
Eastern Woodturners Inc
Meetings at Mont De Lancey on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, starting at 7.00pm. Visitors and New members are most welcome.
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# 14 - COACH ACCOMMODATION In the year 1876 as the outlying country population was increasing rapidly, coach traffic was established between Warburton and Lilydale connecting with the existing line of coaches to Melbourne and passing through Launching Place, Woori Yallock, Seville and Wandin Yallock en route
MONT DE LANCEY
71 Wellington Road, Wandin,
PO Box 316, Wandin, Victoria, 3139
Tel: +61 3 5964 2088
Fax: +61 3 5964 3855
Weds to Sun 10:00am to 5:00pm