Melbourne Cricket Club Heritage Limited

The Melbourne Cricket Club Heritage Limited is a charitable organisation dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich history and cultural significance of the Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC) and its iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). It operates key heritage assets including a museum and library, aiming to educate the general community about the historical and social impact of sport in Australia.

Preserving Sporting Legacy: MCC Museum and Library

The flagship project of Melbourne Cricket Club Heritage Limited is the operation of the MCC Museum and Library. This project focuses on maintaining a world-class collection of sporting memorabilia, archives, and historical records that celebrate the heritage of Australian sport. It provides public access to these resources, fostering education and appreciation of the MCC’s role in shaping sports culture, particularly cricket and Australian rules football.

Mission and Vision

The organisation’s mission is to preserve, protect, and promote the heritage of the MCC and the MCG. Its vision is to be a leading custodian of sporting history, inspiring future generations by connecting them with the cultural and social stories embedded in Australia’s sporting traditions.

Main Objectives

• Operate and maintain the MCC Museum and Library as accessible heritage centres.
• Educate the public about the historical significance of the MCC and Australian sport.
• Preserve archival materials including documents, artefacts, and memorabilia.
• Support research and community engagement through heritage programs.

Benefiting Groups

The charity primarily benefits sports enthusiasts, historians, researchers, MCC members, and the general public. It also supports educational institutions and community groups interested in Australia’s sporting heritage and cultural history.

Types of Services or Activities

• Management of the MCC Museum and Library collections and exhibitions.
• Providing public tours, educational programs, and research access to archives.
• Hosting heritage events and community engagement activities to promote sporting history.
• Maintaining digital and physical archives for historical preservation and study.