Trial Bay Gaol Trial Bay Gaol in the Arakoon National Park was established in 1876 as an experimental public works gaol, housing inmates building the local breakwall. The gaol closed in 1904 but…
Maritime Museum In South West Rocks there are so many reminders of its history and connections to the river as you explore the Boatman’s Cottage, Pilot Station, Signal Station Flagstaff and the…
Port Macquarie Museum Dating from c1836 the Historical Society Museum building is one of the only remaining convict built structures left in Port Macquarie. The award winning museum houses an extensive collection of…
Pilot Hill The entrance to the Manning River has long presented problems for navigation and as the river was so important to early trade a Pilot Station was established as early as…
Wingham Museum Located on the edge of the magnificent Town Square in Wingham, the Manning Valley Historical Society Museum is housed in what was once a grocery and produce store, circa 1880….
Mid North Coast Maritime Museum The importance of shipping to the early development of Port Macquarie, combined with a dangerous harbour entrance, resulted in many shipwrecks. At the Pilot’s Cottages, built in 1896, you can…
Camden Haven Museum The Camden Haven Historical Society Museum is situated in the beautiful School of Arts building in Laurieton. The museum focuses on the Camden Haven Valley and its villages and features…
Tinonee Museum Tinonee, situated on the banks of the Manning River is one of the Manning Valley’s most historic villages. During the early 1900s, it was an important shipping-trade destination. The tall…
Kempsey Museum The museum, housed in the unique Glenn Murcutt Building adjacent to the Visitor Information Centre, traces the valley’s fascinating and diverse history. Open daily 10am to 4pm. http://www.kempseymuseum.org
