Running Rabbits

Welcome

Running Rabbits Military Museum

The Running Rabbits Military Museum is located at the Upwey-Belgrave RSL and has been named in recognition of Kokoda Campaign.

The Museum displays weaponry, documents and equipment from the Boer War through WWI and WWII to the current day. There are over 2,500 items of memorabilia, photographs and artifacts on display and a library of books and magazines available. There are some major items on display in and outside the Museum.

The Museum will educate and entertain all ages and take them on an emotional journey through time.

Tour of the Museum via video – Look Here

Location: 1 Mast Gully Road UPWEY,
VICTORIA , AUSTRALIA.
Off Burwood Highway Melways Map 75 A8

Open: Thursdays 10:00am to 12:00pm
Sundays 10:00am to 2:00pm - View our brochure

Other Times – by appointment only contact RSL Admin or Memorabilia Officer

Entry: Gold Coin Donation

Light Refreshments are available from the RSL Bistro/Bar

The Museum has a school program in place for all levels. Computer access is available for individual and general research. Volunteer guides are available for groups by arrangement.

Email the Memorabilia Officer For personal enquiries regarding memorabilia

Headstone Project

The Headstone Project came into being with the sole purpose of ensuring that all Australian First World War veterans have their last resting place suitably marked in such a way that recognises their service.

To fund our work we rely on grants and the generosity of the public. Have a look at our site and what we do – if you would like to help please consider making a donation here.

We need volunteers to help us continue our work around Australia. If you would like to get involved, you can find resources here that might be helpful.

To understand the impact of The Headstone Project’s work, Geraldine Cox (grand daughter of Kenneth McVicar at rest in Port Pirie Cemetery SA) said some beautiful words following her grandfathers headstone unveiling in 2018:

“It gave me an experience I could never imagine – reconnecting with people I knew very little of through a man none of us had ever met. It really is difficult to find the words to explain how amazing this project is and the passion and dedication of its volunteers.”