Prime Ministers Avenue

Prime Ministers Avenue is a collection of bronze busts depicting Australian prime ministers mounted on granite pedestals along a tree-lined path in the gardens. The sculptures are spaced throughout the avenue and represent different periods of Australian political leadership.

The collection began in 1939 when Richard Crouch made a donation to establish it, with the first six busts unveiled in 1940. Additional sculptures were added over the decades to honor Australian leaders from different time periods.

The sculptures represent different leaders across Australia's political history, created by various artists who each brought their own vision to capturing these important figures.

The avenue is located within the botanical gardens and is accessible free of charge throughout the year. The path is easy to walk and makes for a relaxed stroll while viewing the sculptures.

Two of the busts were stolen in 1944 and disappeared, marking an early security incident at this memorial site. This event highlighted the challenges of protecting public artworks in outdoor spaces.

Location: Victoria

Location: Ballarat

Location: Ballarat Botanical Gardens

Made from material: bronze, granite

GPS coordinates: -37.54806,143.83833

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:43