Sketching at the Rockbank Inn Ruins
Friday 1 May 2026 at 11:00AM
Rockbank Inn Heritage Site, Aintree Reserve
Event Description
Fancy yourself a sketch artist? Or maybe you'd like to try your hand at something new? Join your fellow creatives at the Rockbank Inn Heritage Site at Aintree Reserve for a calming and inspiring drawing session.
The Rockbank Inn ruins are an important and story-laden point in Goldrush era history. Come along to learn about the history of the site and capture its picturesque highlights in an intimate, small-group setting with local artist, Mollie-Rose Chislett.
Artists of all levels are welcome. No previous sketching experience is required.
When
11:00AM - 1:00PM
Friday 1 May 2026
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Where
Rockbank Inn Heritage Site, Aintree Reserve
134 Middle Road
Aintree Victoria
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Notes & Requirements
We will provide some basic sketching equipment, but please feel free to bring along your favourite tools, if you have any.
Event Partner
The Heritage Festival is on from Friday 24 April to Saturday 9 May 2026. Find more events at melton.vic.gov.au/heritagefestival
Bookings
Please log in with your library credentials to reserve your place at this event. You may also book by phone, email or at your nearest library.
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