b'AJOURNEYOFDISCOVERYAWAITSMural, Balmoral.Artists: Rowena Martinich and Geoffrey CarranIndulge in the Grampians arts, history and culture. Inaregionwitharichtapestry, delve into the myriad local stories, many inspired by the local landscape, and be taken back in time.The Grampians has a long and interestingeach offer unique permanent collections, history that can be explored at museums,visiting exhibitions along with workshops and galleries and institutions across the region. classes. As you journey through the region, you Visit Ararats lunatic asylums for history tours,will discover the many towns and villages that ghost tours and paranormal investigations ofoffer an array of community arts to explore.Ararats two most popular tourist attractions:If you want to enjoy the rare opportunity of JWard Lunatic Asylum and Aradale.seeing glassblowing in action visit James Walkthrough the eerie wards and halls ofMcMurtrie in his Pomonal studio. James the institution that treated and housed theartworks are inspired by the Grampians mentally ill of Victoria for over 140 years. mountains that surround his studio. Discover the eclectic mix of mediums andWith25years of experience using traditional subjects at RosMcArthurs studio in thetechniques and tools, James skilfully creates picturesque Mirranatwa and in Halls Gap,high quality, functional and sculptural glass.acclaimed environmental artist Steve MorvellThe Grampians is home to a rich tapestry showcases work dedicated to raising humanof history and culture. Take time to visit awareness of the beauty and fragility of wildlifeGumSanChinese Heritage Centre in Ararat and the habitats in which we co-exist. and marvel the collection of Chinese textiles, TheHorsham Regional Art Gallery,embroideries and relics that tell the story of HamiltonGallery and the Ararat GalleryTAMAminers during the Victorian goldrush era. 64 | #grampians'