Initiated by a group of dedicated locals, the community garden is now up and running, taking on the old herb garden and making it new again.
Garden volunteers meet every Friday at 10am to work on the Homestead and Rose Garden.
Contact events@coolart.org.au
Whether you’re just starting out or have been drawing for years, Bruce’s classes are relaxed, encouraging and full of practical tips to help you see the world a little differently. $40 per session includes materials and morning tea.
Starts 16 October
Gentle mindful movement and stretch classes in the beautiful surroundings of Coolart.
Special introductory price for Friends of Coolart members – $20 per class.
SOLD OUT
With Margaret Knight & Cheryl Lee
Sunday 22 November 2026 | 9am–12noon
Coolart Homestead | $50 per person
Coolart is a place to explore. Wander through the historic Homestead and gardens, follow the walking trails through the wetlands, discover abundant birdlife and wildlife, or simply find a quiet spot and enjoy the grounds.
Set on the shores of Western Port on the Mornington Peninsula, Coolart has a rich history. Its lands were originally inhabited by the Bunurong people, part of the Kulin Nation, and the name Coolart derives from the Bunurong name for nearby Sandy Point – Colourt.
Coolart was first used as grazing land in 1840 by brothers Alfred and Henry Meyrick. The last private owners, the Luxton family, wished the estate to be shared by the people of Victoria and sold Coolart to the Victorian State Government in 1977. Today, it is under the stewardship of Parks Victoria.
To help protect the native wildlife and wetlands, dogs are not permitted at Coolart under Parks Victoria regulations. We appreciate your understanding.
We acknowledge the Bunurong People as the traditional custodians of Coolart lands and we pay our respects to their Elders, past, present and future.
Coolart Wetlands and Homestead
40 Lord Somers Rd, Somers VIC 3927
Open 7 days 9am–5pm
Wednesday 11am–3pm
Saturday 11am–3pm
Sunday 11am–3pm
Open 7 days 11am–3pm
