Tamworth Motorcycle Museum

Tamworth Motorcycle Museum

The Powerhouse Motorcycle Museum in Tamworth, NSW is a must see for any bike enthusiast. The museum houses a private collection of over 50 motorcycles in pristine working order from the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s. The collection of bikes includes Ducati, Triumph, Honda, Velocette, Laverda and an extremely rare limited edition F4 MV Agusta Series ORO. All motorcycles have been immaculately restored to concourse condition, plus there are some limited edition current models. Come and see one of the most unique and highest quality displays of motorcycles in Australia.

CONTACT

Monday - Sunday, 9am - 5pm
250 Armidale Road, New England Highway, Tamworth
p: (02) 6766 7000
w: https://powerhousemotorcyclemuseum.com.au/

 

Moonbi Museum

Moonbi Museum

The Moonbi Museum displays artefacts, photographs and documents that showcase the history of Moonbi and surrounding areas. With some of the images and implements on display date back to the time of settlement in 1856, the museum provides many fascinating insights into the history of this small,
close-knit community.

CONTACT

Saturday - Sunday, 10am - 2pm
41 Gill Street Moonbi
p: (02) 6760 3110
e: lrodger5@bigpond.net.au
w: https://www.tamworth.nsw.gov.au/live/arts-and-culture/tamworth-regional-museums

or use the form below to send an email direct to Moonbi Museum.

 

National Guitar Museum

National Guitar Museum

Featuring more than 45 guitars including Smoky Dawson's original riffle guitar from the 1950s, Brian May's (QUEEN) travelling guitar, Tommy Emmanuel's first Maton guitar, signed Washburton guitar from KISS' Paul Stanley and two customised guitars belonging to Slim Dusty. Plus signed guitars from Keith Urban, Dolly Parton, Brooks & Dunn, Kenny Rogers, The Eagles and many more. Also on exhibition is Chuck Bradley's Instrumental, an illuminating picture collection of guitars and other instruments from country and rock icons such as Midnight Oil, INXS, Guns 'n' Roses, Troy Cassar-Daley, Archie Roach and more.Call in to see the Tamworth region's newest attraction, the National Guitar Museum. Celebrating unique and specialised instruments and their players. Visit today at The Tamworth Visitor Information Centre at the Big Golden Guitar.

CONTACT

Monday - Sunday 9am - 4pm
Tamworth Visitor Information Centre, 2 Ringers Road, Hillvue
p: (02) 6767 5300
w: https://www.destinationtamworth.com.au/Play/Museums-Arts-and-Cultural-Experiences/nationalguitarmuseum

 

Moree & District Historical Society

Moree & District Historical Society

Now located in 128 yr former Moree Lands Office. Undertake family history research and research into buildings and properties in the Moree Plains Shire. In the process of opening museum for public display in the upstairs portion of the venue. Custodians of the Moree Sportsman Hall of Fame and archive of MPS photographs going back to late 1890's and extensive family history files.

New members welcome please contact secretary.

CONTACT

Monday to Tuesday: 9:30am - 1:30pm
40 Frome Street, Moree
e: admin@moreehistory.org
w: coming soon to moreehistory.org

or use the form below to send an email direct to the Moree & District Historical Society.

 

Gunnedah Rural Museum

Gunnedah Rural Museum

The Gunnedah Rural Museum is one of Australia's largest collections of early agriculture, industrial history and transport memorabilia. The museum covers an area of more the 14,000 square metres and has in excess of 23,000 items on display. Allow plenty of time for your visit to wander through the exhibits and collections. The museum houses tractors, steam engines, antique farm machinery, horse drawn and motorised vehicles, household items, antique firearms, blacksmithing tools, toys, McDonagh model railway, shearing display, crafts and gift shop. A well stocked souvenir gift shop is located on site. The museum has ample parking space out front available for cars with caravans, motor homes and visiting coach groups.

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CONTACT

Corner of Alford Street and Oxley Highway, Gunnedah
Every day except Wednesday, 9am to 3pm
p: 02 6742 4690
e: gunnedahruralmuseum@hotmail.com
w: mgnsw.org.au/organisations/gunnedah-rural-museum/

or use the form below to send an email direct to the Gunnedah Rural Museum.

 

The Mackellar Centre

The Mackellar Centre

A purpose built multifunctional facility dedicated to arts, culture, literature and history. This is a space to explore the Dorothea Mackellar story and the home of the poetry awards. This landmark is located in Gunnedah, north-west New South Wales, and can be found in South Street (Anzac Park). The centre offers an opportunity to take poetry lovers from far and wide on a journey into this “wordy” world. Experience the poetry of Dorothea Mackellar in the town that has inspired some of her works. The centre also houses the extensive archives and records of the Dorothea Mackellar Poetry Awards and the headquarters of the national poetry competition. The Jean Isherwood Water Colour Collection depicting verses of ‘My Country’ is displayed in the Bill Clegg Wing of the Mackellar Centre and is worth a special visit.

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CONTACT

Anzac Park, South Street, Gunnedah
Tuesday – Thursday, 10am – 3pm (or by prior arrangement)
p: 02 6742 1200
e: dorotheamackellar@bigpond.com
w: www.dorothea.com.au

or use the form below to send an email direct to the The Mackellar Centre.

 

T2K Dance & Cheer

T2K Dance & Cheer

Established in 1994 by Kerrilee Miller, T2K Dance & Cheer offers an extensive range of dance and technique classes for students aged 3 to 18+. Styles include ballet, jazz, tap, contemporary, modern and cheer.

CONTACT

Uniting Church Hall, 131 Bloomfield Street, Gunnedah
Monday 3-8.15pm; Tuesday 3.45-8.30pm; Wednesday 3-8pm
p: 0457 076 696
e: t2kdancegunnedah@gmail.com

or use the form below to send an email direct to T2K Dance & Cheer.

 

Gunnedah Water Tower Museum

Gunnedah Water Tower Museum

The Water Tower Museum opens doors to the shire’s past and current history … in word and pictures. The museum has countless photographic images in its files along with a display of watercolours and drawings by the late John McDonagh who painted the town’s historic buildings and monuments. There is a collection of beautiful gowns and the top floor features a mural of the early Indigenous history and the arrival of European explorers. The external walls feature two large murals honouring our Vietnam War veterans by artist Jenny McCracken and are part of the Australian Silo Art Trail.

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CONTACT

Anzac Park, South Street, Gunnedah
10am to 2pm Saturdays, and on Monday mornings while volunteers are working. Or by appointment.
p: 0427 422 118
e: gndhistsoc@gmail.com
w: mgnsw.org.au/organisations/gunnedah-water-tower-museum

or use the form below to send an email direct to the Gunnedah Water Tower Museum.

 

Narrabri Region Visitor Information Centre

Narrabri Region Visitor Information Centre

The Narrabri Region Visitor Information Centre is an attraction in itself, boasting a life size cotton picker, delicious regional and local produce and is simply brimming with fascinating information about the Narrabri Region.

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CONTACT

103 Tibereena Street, Narrabri
9am - 5pm Monday - Friday
9am - 2pm Saturday - Sunday
p: 6799 6760
e: tourism@narrabri.nsw.gov.au
w: www.visitnarrabri.nsw.gov.au

or use the form below to send an email direct to the Narrabri Region Visitor Information Centre.

 

Wee Waa Namoi Echo Museum

Wee Waa Namoi Echo Museum

The Namoi Echo Museum and Wee Waa Historical Society collects and displays items, machinery and documents pertaining to the history and culture of the Wee Waa district, promotes its history and provides family research from its extensive archives..

CONTACT

172 Kamilaroi Highway Wee Waa
10am-3pm Thursday - Saturday
p: 0419 606 209
e: namoiechomuseum@gmail.com
w: www.weewaamuseum.com

or use the form below to send an email direct to Wee Waa Namoi Echo Museum.

 

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The Boggabri Tractor Shed

The Boggabri Tractor Shed

Boggabri Tractor Shed is a volunteer run collection of over 36 tractors that showcases 70 years of farming.

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CONTACT

70 Wee Waa Street, Boggabri
10am - 1pm Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
p: 0448 011 940

 

Boggabri and Districts Historical Society

Boggabri and Districts Historical Society

Boggabri and Districts Historical Society house and display the history of the Boggabri area and it's families. They provide a historic base of information for the area and often host school excursions, to educate the new generations of the history of Boggabri.

CONTACT

25 Brent St, Boggabri
9-12pm Saturdays
p: 0429 434 612

 

Emmaville Courthouse Museum

Emmaville Courthouse Museum

CONTACT

Emmaville NSW 2371
Contact for opening hours
e: emmavillecourthouse@gmail.com
p: 0467 965 833

or use the form below to send an email direct to Emmaville Courthouse Museum

 

Bingara Visitor Information Centre

Bingara Visitor Information Centre

The Bingara Visitor Information Centre is more than just a centre for information, with an array of merchandise and unique souvenir items on offer ranging from local honey, jams, relishes, locally made cards, spice mixes, coffee beans as well as Roxy Milkshake containers and Roxy wine and spirit glasses to name a few. Bingara VIC is also the booking office or box office for not only Roxy performances and events, or North West Theatre Company Live Shows but also for numerous other community events from Workshops to Balls.

Visitors can tour refurbished 1930’s Art Deco theatre at 10.30am and again 2.30pm daily on weekdays or at once a day 10.30am on Saturday and Sunday, or by appointment. Whether you are a visitor or a local, Tourist Officer Jenny Mead with her team of volunteers is always pleased to welcome you into the centre for a chat or to give you the rundown on great places Bingara has to offer..

CONTACT

74 Maitland Street, Bingara
Monday - Friday: 9am to 12.30 pm
Saturday - Sunday: 1.30 pm to 4.30 pm
p: 6724 0066
e: bingaraturism@gwydir.nsw.gov.au
w: www.bingara.com.au

or use the form below to send an email direct to the Bingara Visitor Information Centre

 

Pioneer Cottage And Museum

Pioneer Cottage And Museum

Complete brief description of your venue: The museum complex consists of 12 buildings the original Pioneer Cottage and Museum are the two front buildings. The Complex showcases the history of Walcha and surrounding districts, Included in the exhibits is a Tiger Moth plane used for crop dusting, horse drawn wagons both agricultural and private carriages. An original settlers cottage, wool hall and hospital and WW1 & 11 displays are part of the exhibits. The Pioneer Cottage was the home of the first Policeman for Walcha and shows how the family would have lived.

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CONTACT

111N Derby St, Walcha
Saturday - Sunday: 10am to 4pm
p: 0409 897 348
e: enquiries@walchadhs.com.au
w: www.walchadhs.com.au

or use the form below to send an email direct to the Pioneer Cottage And Museum

 

Australian Poetry Hall of Fame

Australian Poetry Hall of Fame

The Australian Poetry Hall of Fame preserves and celebrates Australian Languages, songlines, poetry and prose in an archive accessible by all Australians. Come and visit the "Hall of Famous Poets", browse the Australian poetry library and archive.

The APHOF hosts the weekly Guyra Farmers and Craft Market every Saturday morning from 8:30am to 1pm. It is the only indoor and weekly market in New England, providing an outlet for local producers and crafts people at only $10 for a stall.

The APHOF also contains the "Red Door Gallery" providing opportunities for artists and is available for hire and exhibitions. Thundercloud Repairian Publishing @APHOF offers graphic design, advertising layout, sticker, flyer poster and postcard design, as well as book layout and publishing.

There is an extensive collection of books for sale, Mont Marte art supplies, Ironlak street art paint. When you just want to relax you can sit in the old lolly shop, now "Seahorse Medicine Cafe" which has coffee, tea, and a range of healthy light snacks and meals.

Tour Groups and school excursions are welcome and with advanced notice a performance of Australian poetry can be tailored to meet your group's needs.

Guyra is home to the Arcadia Theatre built in 1929 and the largest theatre in the New England region. The main auditorium can seat 300 and the dress circle balcony of 120. The elevated stage has a ramp at the front for ease of set up and access plus changing rooms.
The stage is 6m deep and 7m wide plus wings. 3 phase power is available, a lighting boom is installed at the front of the stage and PA is available if needed.

CONTACT

144 Bradley Street, Guyra
Tuesday - Friday: 9am to 12pm & 1pm - 5pm
Saturday: 8:30am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 2pm
By appointment and other times for events and classes
p: 6779 1828

James Warren (owner)
M: 0423 478 656
e: 1english1@gmail.com
w: www.australianpoetryhalloffame.com.au
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University of New England Museums

University of New England Museums

University of New England Natural History Museum
Agricultural Education Building, University of New England Armidale
unenaturalhistorymuseum.org.au

Humans are natural collectors. Throughout time we have collected things to try to make sense of the world around us. Animals that intrigue us, items we don’t understand, objects that we perceive to be beautiful, quirky, dangerous, and different. The UNE Natural History Museum is a library of life; a place of activity, interaction and discovery. It serves as a reminder that there is no surrogate for real things. The most sophisticated computer graphics cannot replace the sense of wonder that comes with viewing the still remains of real animals, in all their extraordinary variety.

University of New England Museum of Antiquities
The Museum is located on the ground floor of the Arts Building at the University of New England Armidale
www.une.edu.au/info-for/visitors/museums/museum-of-antiquities

The Museum of Antiquities at the University of New England is the only regional ancient history and archaeology museum in Australia. The Museum encompasses an excellent selection of antiquities from the ancient Mediterranean and the Near East, complemented by objects and ethnographic material from Australia, South East Asia, New Guinea, the Pacific region, Mesoamerica and Africa. The Museum supports the teaching and research interests of UNE staff and students, and of scholars worldwide. It also engages the broader community in the history of peoples through the ages.

Signs for the University of New England are posted on the New England Highway bypass and at both highway entrances to Armidale. The UNE Visitor Information Centre on Elm Avenue can provide campus directions and parking information.

All visitors are welcome at the following times and entry is free

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Monday – Friday: 9.30 am – 4.30 pm
Closed on weekends, public holidays and from 24 December – 1 January (inclusive) each year

 

The Rail Journeys Museum in Association with the Australian Rail Monument

The Rail Journeys Museum in Association with the Australian Rail Monument

The Australian Rail Monument is within the grounds of the Werris Creek Railway Station and is a memorial to those railway workers in Australia who died whilst at work on the railways. The memorial features six sculptures of different trades, designed and made by Dominique Sutton of Sydney.

The Rail Journeys Museum is housed in the Werris Creek Station Building, well-known in past years by travellers on the north and north western rail lines, as the Refreshment Room.

The museum is staffed by many volunteers and tells the stories of railway workers in days long gone.

The upstairs section of the Museum is now complete with many more exhibits to see and contains a magnificent model railway layout featuring Werris Creek. There is a lift for those that are not able to make the stairs.

The town of Werris Creek is also referred to as - The Town that never Sleeps, is the first and last town to be built in NSW for the railway and is strategically placed for the junctions required in the busy days of the railway.

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CONTACT

127 Railway Parade, Werris Creek Railway Station
Monday, Tuesday, Friday & Saturday: 10am - 3.30pm
p: 6768 7929
e: wck.railmuseum05@gmail.com
Click here to visit The Rail Journeys Museum Facebook page

or use the form below to send an email direct to The Rail Journeys Museum

 

Tenterfield Railway Station Museum

Tenterfield Railway Station Museum

The station was opened in 1886 by Lord Carrington, Governor of New South Wales and officially named "The Great Northern Terminus". It was described as being "one of the most extensive and handsome buildings on the Northern Line". One of a kind, the Railway museum features railway memorabilia, stunning platform gardens, heritage rail vehicles and a magnificent model railway display.
The whole family will love it.

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CONTACT

Railway Ave, Tenterfield
Monday - Sunday: 9am – 4pm
p: 6736 2223
e: tenterfieldrailwaymuseum@outlook.com.au

or use the form below to send an email direct to Tenterfield Railway Museum

 

Tamworth Powerstation Museum

Tamworth Powerstation Museum

The first municipal street lighting in Australia commenced in Tamworth, New South Wales on 9th November 1888. The Tamworth Powerstation Museum opened in 1988; the first all electrical museum in Australia. It features displays recording the history of electricity and items reflecting the impact of the development of electricity on modern society.

The Museum include a replica of the first power station building which was constructed on the site in 1888. The original 1907 Showroom building has been refurbished to display a range of unique exhibits including a pictorial display about the early development of electricity.

The Tamworth Powerstation Museum Collection contains approximately 9,500 objects of historical, cultural, and social significance. The Museum’s displays chronicle the use of electricity in Australia and showcases innovations in electrical science and design from around the world. The diverse collection ranges from important artifacts and machinery spanning Australia’s industrialisation, as well as common household appliances from the twentieth century.

In 2010 the Museum was awarded National Significant Status for its collection and contribution to the history of electricity in Australia.

Admission Fees:
Adult: $5
Concession: $2
Group and Coach bookings welcome by appointment.
Museum Volunteers are available to provide a guided tour.

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CONTACT

216 Peel Street, Tamworth
Wednesday – Saturday: 9am – 1pm
p: 6766 8324
e: powerstation@tamworth.nsw.gov.au
w: www.tamworthpowerstationmuseum.com.au

or use the form below to send an email direct to Tamworth Powerstation Museum