Australian Heritage Centres, Halls of Fame, Historical Museums, Heritage Visitor Centres and Locations
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There are a large number of Halls of Fame and Heritage Centres throughout Australia that celebrate the famous individuals, outstanding achievers, communities, occupations and individuals that contributed to the culture and heritage of modern Australia. The Sport Australia Hall of Fame seeks to act as an inspiration to young people in Australia, by motivating them to maximise their natural talents and great potential in order to reach the highest level possible in their chosen sport. Similar aspirations apply to other activities such as art, music. mining, the outback, stockmen and women, nurses, mining, the racing industry. In each of these activities there are outstanding and renowned individuals that have help build Australia's Heritage and Sporting Reputation. many of these individuals and their great achievements are commemorated in Halls of Fame and Heritage Centres located in many towns and regions throughout Australia.
Listed below are the best Australian Heritage Centres, Halls of Fame, Historical Museums, Heritage Visitor Centres and their Locations. Scroll through the list and click the operator`s link to get more information.
QLD>Central West>Longreach
Australian Stockmans Hall of Fame
Discover the history behind some of Australia`s the stockmen and Aborigines at the Australian Stockmans Hall of Fame. The themes cover exploration, discovery, settlement, development of Outback properties and industries, living in the Outback and the stock worker. The new touch screen technology also allows you to choose the level of information you desire. Over one million people have visited this premier tribute to the men and women of the Outback. Tel: 07 4658 2166
NSW>New England and NW>Quirindi
Quirindi Rural Heritage Village
The Quirindi Rural Heritage Village showcases the development of rural Australia and the rich farming district of the Liverpool Plains in particular. See its 2000+ exhibits; from aboriginal artefacts through to the explorer`s and early settlers. Household items (particularly kitchenalia and lacework) and craft of bygone eras, tools, cameras, restored buggies, tractors, steam engines, stationery motors, threshing machines and lawnmowers are all on display.
VIC>Grampians>Ararat
GumSan Chinese Heritage Centre
Gum San commemorates the founding of Ararat by Chinese Miners in 1857. It is an interactive centre with fun for all of the family. Learn about Ararat`s rich history and at the same time have fun writing your name in Chinese characters with traditional brush and ink. Discover the fun and delight of gold panning, listen to, view and relive the gold fields way of life. Try your hand at calligraphy, learn about the Chinese language and view the relics.