Experience Living History

Fantastic historic village! Very educational but in a fun and interesting way! Great for everyone of all ages! Definitely recommend... read moreFantastic historic village! Very educational but in a fun and interesting way! Great for everyone of all ages! Definitely recommend visiting if you’re in the area!! read less

Long way to get here from Cairns. Good for relaxing day to discovery of historic of people of mining and lifestyle.

By far the best museum I have ever been to the attention to detail is second to none absolutely awesome facility.

You really need more than one day to visit. An absolutely brilliant collection on display. The displays are set out... read moreYou really need more than one day to visit. An absolutely brilliant collection on display. The displays are set out really well. From young to old, there is so much to enjoy. read less

This is one of the best museums we have ever visited. When they offer you the 3 day pass I... read moreThis is one of the best museums we have ever visited. When they offer you the 3 day pass I can now see why. There is just so much to see and experience, and it is so well laid out. Plan to spend at the very least a few hours here - you will be glad you did. read less

This is a must stop. It is interactive. The displays are well thought out and put together . Do not... read moreThis is a must stop. It is interactive. The displays are well thought out and put together . Do not miss it. You need at least 4 hours. read less

Absolutely fascinating. Brought back so many memories. Very well done and put together. Just loved it and the people/volunteers very... read moreAbsolutely fascinating. Brought back so many memories. Very well done and put together. Just loved it and the people/volunteers very friendly and informative.Would thoroughly recommend a visit. read less

Easy to lose a day here. So many buildings and so many things to see in each building. This is... read moreEasy to lose a day here. So many buildings and so many things to see in each building. This is a huge collection and a huge site - so be prepared to wander for hours. We thoroughly enjoyed the blacksmith show. The grounds are beautifully kept with excellent gardens to show the buildings off. read less

If you are into Aussie History and old machinery, it is a wonderful place to spend a day or two.... read moreIf you are into Aussie History and old machinery, it is a wonderful place to spend a day or two. I highly recommend a visit. read less

amazing collection of objects and buildings, we especially liked the cars and carriages. had an excellent coffee and fresh scone.... read moreamazing collection of objects and buildings, we especially liked the cars and carriages. had an excellent coffee and fresh scone. really friendly staff. a really great experience for the whole family read less

Fabulous little village. Well worth the visit

So much to see not what I expected it was brilliant

Great village. Plenty to see. Allow a few hours.

A really interesting insight into various stages of Australia's colonial past. From old mining industry equipment and settlements, to the... read moreA really interesting insight into various stages of Australia's colonial past. From old mining industry equipment and settlements, to the former Herberton School, banks, printing presses, etc. All have been wonderfully resorted or preserved. Allow for a full day to truly appreciate everything here and a visit during the 'Heritage Weekend' when there are costumed characters is a must. read less

Well worth a visit if interested in Australia in the 1900s

Great place,allow a full day.

Was awesome take water n food there's a lot to see if your into old day collections we stayed for... read moreWas awesome take water n food there's a lot to see if your into old day collections we stayed for 4 hrs n had to rush last hr to get thru it all ..Was good to see how soft we have gotten ...a whole lot of walking...you get a 3day pass when you go if your in the area use it you'll know after first couple hrs...loved it and worth it take water cafe is way to busy... read less

Very nice and lovely place.

Loved it

A wonderfully well maintained historical capsule of AustraliaYou need a good few hours here.

The place is amazing with a wide variety of historical artefacts. There are some gadgets I recognised using in my... read moreThe place is amazing with a wide variety of historical artefacts. There are some gadgets I recognised using in my childhood. It was so wonderful to relieve the memories. read less

Lovely day spent there ,looking at all the historic buildings act.

A must visit attraction.Comprehensive range of displays with short explanation signage.Allow plenty of time to visitThe multi day pass an... read moreA must visit attraction.Comprehensive range of displays with short explanation signage.Allow plenty of time to visitThe multi day pass an excellent idea. read less

Highly recommended. It is a credit to the town and the volunteers. Amazed at how clean, neat and tidy the... read moreHighly recommended. It is a credit to the town and the volunteers. Amazed at how clean, neat and tidy the village is. Will be back! read less

One day is not enough to fully explore and enjoy this amazing place.

Thanks to the owners & staff for giving us a fantastic visit over 2 days. It was so authentic with... read moreThanks to the owners & staff for giving us a fantastic visit over 2 days. It was so authentic with so many original buildings. Keep up the maintenance. You do a great job. read less

A fantastic place, there is so much history. Displays were well maintained. Easily spend a few hours

The Village makes you feel as you were back in the 19th century

We loved our visit and wished we had been able to spend more time there. The historic village is a... read moreWe loved our visit and wished we had been able to spend more time there. The historic village is a must do while in the area - just give yourself plenty of time. They also accept companion card!! The staff are wonderful. Everything is so clean and well presented. Loved the gift shop as well . read less

What a great village to visit. Congratulations to management of this venue.

Had a great day here - blacksmith was Fantastic! Really interesting and well presented for all the family to enjoy.

Loved it

Fantastic, step back in time experience, spent about 6 hrs exploring and still didn't see all of it.

Absolute wonderful experience. So many old artefacts to view, one of the best historic museums I've ever visited. Highly recommended.

Wow, just wow

This place is well worth going to see, you need at least a day to see everything. Everything is so... read moreThis place is well worth going to see, you need at least a day to see everything. Everything is so well displayed, neat and tidy. read less