The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute is a majestic venue that seamlessly blends historical charm with modern amenities, making it the ideal setting for a wide range of events and gatherings. With its rich heritage features, this venue transports you to a bygone era while offering state-of-the-art facilities.
Our offerings include cinema-quality projection on a spacious presentation screen, a lectern and risers for enhanced visibility, a professional sound system, recently updated lighting equipment, and internet access throughout the building.
Among our versatile spaces is the crown jewel, the Minerva Space—a 280-seat theatre ballroom featuring a proscenium-arch stage. The Humffray Room, with its 100-seat capacity, boasts an incredibly high ceiling, a heritage grand piano, and a built-in bar, making it perfect for a variety of events.
For more intimate gatherings or breakout sessions, the Hugh Williamson Foyer offers a welcoming ambiance.
We take accessibility seriously, and our venue is fully accessible via the front foyer’s lift, ensuring that all guests can enjoy the splendid surroundings.
Whether you’re planning a conference, presentation, performance, formal dinner, cinema screening, exhibition, or training session, the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute is the perfect backdrop for your event. Experience the timeless elegance of our historic venue.
Facilities
Accessible
Bar
Breakout spaces
Conference/function facilities
Family-friendly
In-house A/V
Licensed
Meeting rooms
Non-smoking
Wi-fi
Venue capacity
| Room | Theatre | Banquet | Cabaret | Classroom | Boardroom | U-Shape | Cocktail |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minerva Space | 280 | 130 | - | - | - | - | 290 |
| Humffray Room | 100 | 60 | 40 | 40 | 30 | 30 | 130 |
| Hugh Williamson Foyer | - | 30 | - | 20 | 14 | - | 30 |
| Heritage Reading Room | - | - | - | - | 16 | - | 60 |
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