At The Johnston Collection, education is at the heart of everything we do.
Through guided exhibition tours, lectures, and hands‑on encounters with Collection objects, visitors of all ages connect meaningfully with the past. From school children discovering stories behind objects, to tertiary students building cultural sector skills, to adults seeking fresh insights, our programs spark curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.
As an independent, self‑funded public museum, our educational programs are made possible by the generosity of our supporters. Your donation helps us welcome learners of all ages — including students from regional and under‑resourced communities — by supporting tailored learning experiences.
Continuing the legacy of our benefactor, William Robert Johnston (1911-1986), every gift, large or small, helps us care for our collections and heritage buildings, and educate, inspire, and delight our visitors, now and into the future.
I warmly invite you to support The Johnston Collection as we expand our educational outreach.
Dr Louise Voll Box
CEO | The Johnston Collection
The Johnston Collection is a gift to the people of Victoria by William Johnston (1911-1986). It is administered as an independent not-for-profit museum by The W R Johnston Trust. The W R Johnston Trust is endorsed by the Commissioner of Taxation as a Deductible Gift Recipient organisation under Division 30 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997. All gifts made of $2 and more, other than those made via a testamentary gift, are fully tax deductible. ABN 87 194 940 961 | ACN 075 028 287
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