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Historic Village Herberton
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💰🔍 Ever held an old Aussie shilling? The coins at the Village span generations of trade and history.
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🚗 Time may have added a little rust, but the beauty remains. This relic from the past proves that true style never fades.
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🍺 Cold beer on tap and a whole lot of vintage charm. Would you pull up a stool at this bar?
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🐰 Looking for a Sunday drive destination? We’re open this Easter Sunday!
Wander the Village streets, explore the shops of yesteryear, and enjoy hearty eats at the Bakerville Tearooms.
There’s heritage fun around every corner - and plenty to keep curious minds of all ages busy.
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🤩 The Iron & Steam Fair is on today!
Don’t miss a packed program of steam train rides, blacksmithing, working demos and rare machinery that powered Australia’s early industries.
ON SHOW TODAY:
🛠️ Steam & Diesel Exhibitions
🚜 Tractor Power
🚗 Historic Vehicles
🔥 Blacksmithing
🚂 Steam Train Rides
🔧 Working Corn Crushers, Water Pumps & More
🎟️ Normal admission applies. Tickets available via our website @historicvillageherberton.
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Happy Easter weekend - start your engines and head up to the Village!
We're open all weekend long, with a huge line-up of heritage machinery, classic cars, working exhibits, and more rolling into action.
Bring the whole family and step back in time - this long weekend is set to be full steam ahead! 🚂
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🚶♀️ Wandering through the Village’s Main Street is like stepping into a time capsule - general stores, a blacksmith and even a vintage printery!
📷: @walker.elton
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💊 A spoonful of history. Step inside the dispensary and see the remedies that once promised to heal all ailments.
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🧵 Handmade with patience and skill—this stunning Irish crochet at Ada’s Frock Salon is a true work of art.
📷: @krishnascrocheting
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🚘 From Model T Fords to vintage motorcycles, Day’s Garage is a dream for car lovers. Which one would you take for a spin?
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🔥🚂 Gears, steam, and power: Iron & Steam Fair kicks off this weekend. See heritage machinery in action and explore Australia’s mechanical past.
📅 Mark your calendars:
19th April
21st June
2nd August
7th September
4th October
Normal admission prices apply, tickets can be booked on the @historicvillageherberton website.
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📚 No laptops, no calculators - just chalk, discipline and a whole lot of memorisation. Step inside our original classroom and see how students learned back in the day.
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🐣 These school holidays, swap screens for steam at the Historic Village Herberton!
From vintage toys and old-school classrooms to working engines and wide-open space to explore, there’s something for curious kids and nostalgic grown-ups alike. 🚂🧸
Grab lunch at the Bakerville Tearooms ☕🧁 or pack a picnic, and make sure to check our Daily Activities Schedule to catch the live demos happening each day:
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🔪 🥩 A cut above the rest. Step into the world of an early butcher shop.
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☕ Enjoy a cuppa, homemade cakes and hearty sandwiches at the #BakervilleTearooms.
🍰 Bring your appetite—or bring a picnic. The Village has plenty of scenic spots to sit, relax and enjoy your day out.
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Explore Historic Village Herberton
Explore Historic
Herberton
Start planning your visit to the historical town of Herberton, and discover the history of the oldest town on the Atherton Tablelands.
Guide Book
Souvenir Edition
Take home a wonderful reminder of your trip to Historic Village Herberton with this beautifully printed, Souvenir Edition featuring all the special exhibits and collections on display. Also a great gift idea for loved ones.
