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Gordonvale
Queensland 4865 Australia
Mulgrave Settlers Museum
Gordonvale,
Cairns Area
Description
Mulgrave Settlers Museum, next to the sugar mill in Gordonvale, was purpose-built to house objects used by settlers in the area then called Nelson in the late 1800s.
The aboriginal, miners' and timber cutters' displays are realistically set against a 40 metre rainforest backdrop. There's a fully equipped blacksmith's workshop. Furniture and homemakers' aides in the pioneer woman's domain demonstrate the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the era, plus a few luxuries.
Boats and packhorses brought supplies through Packers Camp to the goldfields, and artefacts hold many memories. Documents recording lives of early settlers are a useful resource for geneology research.
School children can engage with their local history, see some of the tools their grandparents actually used and learn of the impact on the community of the 503rd Parachute Regiment based there during World War Two. A hand-crafted Chinese Joss is in safe keeping along with memorabilia from prominent local citizens.
Property Details
Facilities
- Access Without Assistance for the Disabled
Other Information
Children:
Children are catered for. Contact operator for details.
General Comments
The Mulgrave Settlers Museum was awarded the Best Small Volunteer run Museum at the Gallery and Museum Achievement Awards in 2005.
How To Get There
Turn off the Bruce Highway into Gordonvale. The Museum is opposite the sugar mill in Gordon Street.
Inclusion
With a group booking (such as retirement and respite centres) tea, coffee and biscuits can be provided for an additional charge of AUD1.00 per person.
Entry Costs
| Entry | Cost | Valid From | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | $4.00 | 01 Apr - 31 Mar | |
| Child (Aged 4-17) | $3.00 | 01 Apr - 31 Mar | Children attending with a school that is a member are AUD2 each. |
| Concession | $3.00 | 01 Apr - 31 Mar | Seniors |
* Please note: These rates are indicative based on the minimum and maximum costs only. To obtain a firm price from the provider, please use the contact the operator. All prices are quoted in Australian dollars.