J Ward Museum

Immerse yourself in the dark history of J Ward, Ararat's Old Gaol and Lunatic Asylum on a captivating guided tour. Uncover chilling stories from its past as a notorious gaol, housing ruthless murderers and cunning thieves, and later as the residence for Victoria's criminally insane. Located just 2.5 hours from Melbourne, in close proximity to the breathtaking Grampians, J Ward welcomes visitors d...