Mary MacKillop Heritage Centre (MMHC) East Melbourne a place of inspiration and vitality, manifests and promotes the spirit and charism of Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop and the Sisters of Saint Joseph. MMHC provides, through education, hospitality and charitable works, opportunities for all to experience and be challenged by the creative spirit and dynamism of Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop’s life and work and the contribution of the Sisters of Saint Joseph to our heritage.

We welcome you to our Centre for a moment of inspiration and tranquillity.

2022 Special Weekend Openings

On the following Saturdays* from 10.00am to 4.00pm:

  • Saturday 26 March: Celebrating Saint Joseph’s Feast Day (19 March)
  • Saturday 18 June: Celebrating the Feast of the Sacred Heart (23 June)
  • Saturday 6 August: Celebrating the Feast of Mary MacKillop (8 August)
  • Saturday 12 November : Celebrating Julian Tenison Woods Birthday (15 November) and Christmas

The Chapel, Museum and Gift Shop will be open and refreshments available throughout the day. For further information and bookings for the walking tour please call MMHC on (03) 9926 9300.

*Subject to change to keep in line with public health directions from the Victorian Government, please check website closer to date for the latest updates. Following Victorian Government health advice, please wear a mask and bring proof of vaccination (or medical exemption) when you visit.

Mary MacKillop Heritage Centre

  • Regular opening hours: Monday to Friday – 9am to 5pm
  • Mary MacKillop Museum, Temporary Gallery and Gift Shop: Monday to Friday – 10am to 4pm
  • Closed on Public Holidays. Other times by appointment, please call (03) 9926 9300.
Event Date

Saturday 6 August 2022
10.00am–4.00pm