Collections
The Museum
The family, working and social life of Wandin's early settler families is displayed in a comprehensive collection of photographs and artifacts. The pioneer families of 1866-1870 came from England, Scotland, Ireland, Guernsey, the Isle of Man and Switzerland. In the early 20th century settlers arrived from Italy and other parts of Europe.
Photographs
- The people: wedding and family groups, sports teams and school groups, work scenes and social functions.
- The town: churches and schools, public buildings and businesses, early transport and homes.
- Agriculture and Industry: berry and passionfruit plantations, orchards and farms, the jam factories and timber mills, and the traders.
Displays under glass include household and personal items: china, silverware, clothing, jewellery and service medals.
The mezzanine display includes a large collection of hand tools such as those used to clear and cultivate the land, and build fences and simple slab houses.
Look for...
- Plans for the Lilydale to Warburton Rail Line and photographs of Wandin station in its heyday.
- Boer War memorabilia of Mounted Rifles veteran Colonel Alfred Otter.
- Wedding outfit worn by Lydia Gaudion (Mrs John Hunter) first bride to marry in the Methodist Church in 1881.
- Bonanza Apple Parer, part of the mechanical kitchenalia display in the Heritage Room.
- M-tooth and H-tooth cross-cut saws on the hand tool wall on the mezzanine floor.
- Themed tableau in the special display room, changed regularly.
The Ralph Proctor Collection
Ralph Proctor, a long time resident of the district, served as a pilot during World War 2 and put together an impressive collection of war memorabilia. Following the 'Australia Remembers' commemorations of 1995 Ralph offered his collection to Mont De Lancey for permanent display.
The Striezel Collection
This collection is housed in THE GALLERY
Franz Striezel was a highly regarded German wood carver who emigrated to Australia in 1886 and is represented in the collection of the National Gallery of Victoria. Some stunning pieces of his highly prized works including an Australia inspired cocktail cabinet, card table and ornate mirrors were gifted to Mont De Lancey by his granddaughter Mrs Dorothy Adamson for permanent display.
The Mont De Lancey Collection
This collection is housed in THE GALLERY
In 1996 Mont De Lancey established an annual art show to showcase and encourage talented local artists. The Mont De Lancey Collection comprises works acquired by the award of an annual acquisitive cash prize for the work adjudged the best of the annual exhibition and will be complete in 2010. The Collection was officially launched by the Honorable Sir Rupert Hamer in 1995 and is displayed in The Ray Oliver Gallery. The show is held in October and is restricted to artists resident in the Shire of Yarra Ranges.
Part of the Ralph Proctor collection
Inspirations of Mont De Lancey
Exhibition & Sale
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"Arte on Yarra"
Exhibition at the MDL Gallery from Wed 14th April to Sun 9th May 2010.
An exhibition celebrating a mother's journey, exploring colour and the beauty of nature as the river flows towards the sea. Specialising in silk paintings & scarves, enhanced with a collection of mixed media paintings by Julia Goodwin.
(The Gallery is open Wed to Sun inclusive, 10-4.30pm, with $5 pp entry, which includes self-serve coffee & tea).
Closed Mondays & Tuesdays, however, Group bookings for these days may be arranged.
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Family Reunion Day
Dig out those family trees and contact those long lost relatives, it's time to fill in the gaps and add those new generations! Come along and enjoy a day of family fun, reunions and reminiscing. Bring along your photos and family trees to share.
Sunday March 14th, 10am to 4pm
Adults $5, Kids FREE
Maroondah Woodturning Club
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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# 17 - TEMPERANCE SOCIETIES, 1879 - BAND OF HOPE Amongst the early settlers were some who were aware of the dangers and temptations of strong drink, and, resolving to combat by their example and influence that great evil, they formed a Band of Hope Society. The chief promoter to this wise movement was Mr Wm Read of Gruyere, ably assisted by his sons and neighbors, their object being to teach the rising generation the principles of total abstinence. In the year 1879 the Rev John Barningham, the stationed Methodist minister, arrived in the district, and with Mr Walter Liddy as secretary, rendered much assistance in reviving the movement
MONT DE LANCEY
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
Please note:
Closed Good Friday 2nd April,
and open Saturday 3rd, Sunday 4th, Monday 5th and Tuesday 6th April.
Closed 24th December through to 1st January 2011 - re-opening 2nd January 2011.