Art and culture – Mornington Peninsula

Absorb some artistic flair amid the heritage ambience and creative dynamism that combine throughout the Mornington Peninsula.

Feel the electric cultural energy amid the peninsula's splendour of sea, sky and landscape. Take in artistic and cultural experiences ranging from stunning fine art to engaging heritage preservations and vivacious celebrations of an illustrious past and present.

Art in galleries and the outdoor inspiration
Track the works of iconic artists including McCubbin, Streeton, von Guerard and Roberts plus other renowned painters, sculptors, photographers and craftspeople to the region's major galleries.

In fact, you can follow in their very footsteps as you stroll the region's artist trails and discover the artistically inspiring scenery captured in famed artworks.

Browse collections in private galleries and be welcomed into the intimate world of artisan studios.

Eclectic museums
Hear the stories of the peninsula's rich and varied history in eclectic museums in gracious old mansions and simple homesteads or by dramatic landmarks.