Clunes School of Mines
Photographs by Andrew Curtis
Photographs by Andrew Curtis
The Property
The Clunes School of Mines first opened its doors in 1892 and functioned as a school for educating miners for only a short period, closing in 1893. In the following 118 years the building has been used as a meeting place for the County Women's Association and the Australian Natives Association; a mattress factory; and, an infant welfare centre.
Working Heritage was appointed to manage the Clunes School of Mines in June 2011 and has since undertaken multiple conservation projects at the site, including the conservation and interpretation of the building’s original wallpaper, and the construction of modern amenities at the rear of the site.
Current Use
This building is currently tenanted by Rogue Planet, a screen-printing studio and creative hub that connects local and visiting artists with the community through exhibitions, workshops, talks, and events. It provides welcoming physical and online spaces where creatives of all skill levels can learn, share, and sell their work. Please contact them directly in case you are interested in visiting the site.
Acknowledgment
Working Heritage acknowledges that the Clunes School of Mines sits on the land traditionally owned by the Dja Dja Wurrung peoples.
