Welcome to the Friends of Black Rock House website
 The Friends of Black Rock House invite you to visit Black Rock House in Melbourne’s Bayside suburb of the same name. You may also like to become a member to support this heritage-listed treasure, built by Victoria’s first Auditor-General Charles Ebden from 1856-58. It is well worth the visit to this intriguing historic Victorian era home to see the castle-style fortress wall, sand and paint finish, French reproduction wallpapers (from the originals), shady Moreton Bay Fig garden, and antique furniture and costumes presented to reflect the story of the House.
Annual membership of the Friends of Black Rock House:
Families $15.00 Individuals: $10.00
Please click here to see the membership benefits.
Black Rock House is a property of the Bayside City Council.
News and Events
Ghost Tours
- Wednesday, 9 May at 8pm
- Wednesday, 13 June at 8pm
Visitors must be 18 years and over.
Arrive 10 minutes early to enjoy a pre-tour drink.
Wear warm clothes and comfortable shoes for some outdoor walking and descending the cellar steps.
At the end of the tour, any ghostly experiences are shared over tea/coffee/biscuits in the warm and cosy Black Rock House ballroom.
Numbers are limited, so please book early.
Bookings and payment for the above 2 dates: www.trybooking.com/BIYW
Cost: $20 per adult.
Special Ghost Tour
Bayside Literary Festival. Booking details for this one tour will be available from www.bayside.vic.gov.au/literaryfestival
Historical Talk on Black Rock and Surrounds by Dr Valerie Tarrant
Historian Valerie Tarrant PhD, an expert on the history of Black Rock and surrounds will share fascinating facts and history at this event.
Venue: Black Rock House
Entry: FREE
Bookings are essential and can be made by calling: 0438 141 389.
For full information about Black Rock House Ghost Tours and other events, please see our Events page. |