Heide Museum of Modern Art

Art museum · Bulleen

Heide Museum of Modern Art

Art museum · Bulleen

7 Templestowe Rd, Bulleen VIC 3105, Australia

Highlights

Nestled in Bulleen, the Heide Museum of Modern Art offers a serene escape with modern exhibits and lush gardens perfect for art lovers and nature seekers alike.

7 Templestowe Rd, Bulleen VIC 3105, Australia Get directions

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@monocle

"In the outer suburb of Bulleen is a grassy plot that was bought by John and Sunday Reed in 1934. Right up until their deaths (10 days apart) in 1981, they worked to enrich Australia’s cultural offering, housing artists such as Sidney Nolan, Joy Hester and Albert Tucker. The couple at one point sold the property and contents to the Victorian government so that it could be used as a public art museum. The top-notch collection makes it well worth tackling the tricky transport to get here."

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@cntraveler

"In 1934, patrons John and Sunday Reed bought a bucolic country property 30 minutes outside of Melbourne. They began inviting artists, writers, and intellectuals—people like Sidney Nolan, Albert Tucker, Mirka Mora, and Joy Hester—to stay and work at Heide, as this artistic hub was called. Eventually, the Reeds and their collection outgrew the farmhouse, so they commissioned architect David McGlashan to create Heide II, a modernist home and gallery. The Reeds sold their property to the government in 1981 with the idea it would be turned into the public art gallery it is today." - Carrie Hutchinson

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Cemre Olcer

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Really great place. Quiet and secretive location. A beautiful modern art outdoor sculpture park with a variety of different flora and fauna with a lake nearby that has Wood Ducks! ❤️ Heide Cafe next door for a quick coffee and dessert with lovely flat walking trails. Abundant trees surround this park, each having their own character. Smaller children may be bored, but a really lovely place for a picnic, a family day out, a romantic walk or even if you're looking to get your nature dose, highly recommend this entire park!

Zaadie

Google

Had a beautiful experience with my baby attending the Heide Baby Class. The museum itself is a hidden gem. Lovely sculptures and landscaping set atop a hill. The story of Sunday and her lover and how the museum came to be was particularly enchanting, and to experience what it is today was captivating. The tour guides were highly engaging for both bub and parents. We learnt so much about the location, art origins and garden. The cafe has an amazing selection of brunch and lunch options. Coffee was delicious. Such a peaceful place. We look forward to visiting again soon ⭐

Lauren

Google

My mum and I went to the Molto Bello exhibition before it finishes tomorrow - a really good collection of 1950-80s era home decor and vehicles! The Heide cottage and gardens were also super nice. The cafe does good coffee and a nice selection of food for reasonable prices. Some of the pieces were *covered* in dust. Surely there's a daily check of this? Especially the lamps or lighter pieces, you could see the layer of dust on everything. It kind of took away from it a little and was just disappointing to see, really. It wouldn't take much for a couple of staff to do a walk around in the morning, but alas. The MAJOR downside is the parking situation. Seriously under allocated. We arrived at 11 (and it opens at 10) and I was pushed for a park. I went down to the lower carpark closer to the museum entrance, where I had to turnaround on a back road and then come up back up the one way? one lane? road and drive up over the garden as other cars were going down. I eventually parked squashed up against a tree (yet to check for scratches..)

Massimiliano Trenti

Google

Discovered this museum just by riding along the Yarra and of course I decided to visit it. The building itself is very good, a brutalist form surrounded by a very nice sculpture park. I did not have much time but I wandered around the galleries, that had very interesting and captivating artworks, many of them regarding aboriginal lives. Definitely recommended!

Eryn McKenna

Google

The museum was absolutely wonderful, the grounds are phenomenal, completely worth the trip, and such an interesting insight into art in Melbourne. The molto bello exhibition was marvellous, very well curated and beautifully displayed. The only let down was the cafe, we waited over 30 minutes for an order they had to keep coming back and confirming or changing due to a lack of what we wanted off the menu, and when it eventually came the chicken schnitzel was quite burnt and dry. For the cost of the food slightly disappointing, next time I go, I'll bring a picnic.

Rosy Oh

Google

Hidden gem in Melbourne. So much to see with a purchased ticket, but worth every dollar. The sculpture park is spacious with enough space for families to visit. Visited just before the closing of the Molto Bello exhibition. Loved everything on display. Highly recommend, can’t wait for the next exhibition!

K T

Google

I had a fantastic visit to the Heide Museum of Modern Art! The food and drinks were of great quality, meeting a high standard that perfectly complemented the experience. The service was absolutely lovely—friendly and attentive throughout. I was pleasantly surprised by how busy the place was, which added a lively atmosphere to the visit. Overall, it’s a must-visit destination for art lovers and food enthusiasts alike. Highly recommend!

Kim Ellis

Google

This is a great landmark site for the art lover, the architect and the fancier of parks and gardens. Beautifully maintained and curated, Heide brings together modern exhibitions and a tantalising glimpse of the development of u pique Australian art. The gallery is easy not navigate, and includes both the new building and the original homestead. The newer house is a stunning example of clever mid century design and is worth a visit on its own, whether you are a student of architecture or not. The cafe is pleasant and well run, adequate parking (if you arrive early) and stunning grounds to stroll or picnic. Not to be missed.