Benjamin Thomas

The great philanthropic gift of Russell and Mab Grimwade—The Miegunyah Fund—has opened up incredible opportunities for the University of Melbourne. The great bequests of Russell and Mab Grimwade have opened up extraordinary opportunities for the University of Melbourne, enabling an exciting range of initiatives. Through the Miegunyah Distinguished Visiting Fellows program, Australia has benefited from the visits of more than...

Visions of Colonial Grandeur explores Melbourne's international exhibitions through the art collection of 19th-century businessman John Twycross. John Twycross, also known as Top Hat, was a merchant and art collector who lived and worked in 'Marvellous Melbourne'. In this boom period of the 1880s, a confident Melbourne hosted two international exhibitions, and the best and latest in trade and culture...