WW2 AT HOME & ABROAD
Australia’s involvement in World War 2 began on 3 September 1939 and ended on 14 August 1945. Almost a million Australian men and women served in the war. Those who remained at home supported the war effort by training, working, fund raising and ‘making do’. This exhibition explores the impact of World War 2 and highlights the contributions of local people.
THE COLOURS GREEN
Inspired by a quote by author J. R. R. Tolkien "For still there are so many things that I have never seen: in every wood in every spring there is a different green" (The Fellowship of the Ring). The Colours Green is a celebration of spring and the colour green.
GOOD SPORTS
Good Sports explores the sporting achievements of many of our local citizens, sporting groups and teams. From cricket to hockey, surf life saving to football, and cycling to lawn bowls, we've got it covered. Medals, trophies, uniforms and photographs are featured.
TOURISTS PARADISE
Port Macquarie is known for its beautiful river and coastal setting, nearby pristine hinterland and ideal climate. It is a place of happy memories for generations of holiday makers. Explore Port Macquarie's tourism history and discover why Port Macquarie is the Tourists Paradise.
HOMECOMING
An exhibition about those who returned home from active service during the First World War, those who didn't make it home, and the impact on their families and the community.
COMINGS AND GOINGS
Comings and Goings is an exhibition exploring life’s milestones and how these are celebrated and remembered. Featuring christening, bridal and mourning keepsakes, photographs and garments the exhibition examines how we mark the significant events in our lives.
ARCADE OF SHOPS
The Arcade of Shops with its quaint shop windows displays a themed selection of objects used by our early free settlers to more recent times. Displays include 'Fine China', ‘Keeping Time’, ‘Accessorize’ , ‘Trash and Treasure’, Music, ‘Good Sports’, ‘Toy Shop’ and the 'Post and Telegraph Office'.
TIMBER!
Timber! tells the story of timber-getting, milling and the everyday lives of timber workers in the Hastings. The timber trade is the area’s oldest commercial industry and was once the main source of employment and wealth for the region.
OUR RIVERS OUR HISTORY
Revealing stories of our rich river and maritime history. You can explore this award winning online exhibition anytime.
RUB A DUB DUB
Inspired by our very own in-ground water tank, this exhibition explores the use of water in local domestic life. Keeping clean was hard work!
PORT MACQUARIE BEGINNINGS
This permanent exhibition tells the story of Port Macquarie’s beginnings. Home to the Birpai people, Port Macquarie was settled as a British penal establishment in 1821. Free settlement commenced from 1830.
INNES -THE MAN AND HIS MANSION
This exhibition features objects from the once prestigious home of Archibald Clunes Innes built at Lake Innes, near Port Macquarie between 1830 and 1843. Objects from the house and family give an insight into life at the once grand colonial estate.
FEDERATION COMES TO PORT
Discover the story of Port Macquarie’s important role in the history of Australia’s Federation. Why is there a statue of Edmund Barton, Australia’s first Prime Minister on Port Macquarie’s Town Green? Visit the exhibition to find out!
COSTUME GALLERY
Inspired by Annabella Boswell’s journals, the costume gallery exhibits many local women’s crafts, textiles and costumes from our significant and extensive collection. Contemporary clothing is also featured.
ALL AFLOAT
Port Macquarie has a rich and unique maritime history. All afloat features a snap shot of our many maritime activities and disasters, from the wrecking of Ben Boyd’s yacht The Wanderer in 1851 to regattas on the Hastings River.
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