Townsville’s history from the early 1860s
An extensive collection of artifacts
Group bookings & school visits are welcome
After hours bookings for social groups
A memory bank of our past
Townsville’s history from the early 1860s
An extensive collection of artifacts
Group bookings & school visits are welcome
After hours bookings for social groups
A memory bank of our past
Preserved for future generations to enjoy
Photographs & building plans of early Townsville

Experience the History of Townsville!

Townsville Museum Exhibits

Before Electricity

Do you remember the days of kerosene lamps, ice boxes and butter churns?

Business

Experience the business systems before computer technology.

John Johnson

World renowned artist and craftsman of stringed instruments and violins.

Coastal Radio

Read the incredible story and listen to the story told in the recreated working station.

Dining Room

Elegant dining of a bygone era where entertainment was enjoyed by families.

Early Pharmacy

Fascinating collection of early Pharmacist’s tools and bottles of Townsville Chemist

Organ Exhibit

A Mason and Hamlin pedal harmonium organ built in 1930, and used by the Masonic Lodge in Walker Street, Townsville.

Printing

Revisit the printing process of the Townsville Bulletin that no longer exists.

Mavis Cussons

1940 Townsville Daily Bulletin Gossip columnist, Mavis Cussons.

Doll Exhibit

Dolls from around the World donated to the Museum by local resident and collector, Millie McLachlan, OAM.

City Chambers Window

The original Townsville City Council leadlight Window

Entry Fees Apply

Group Bookings and School visits are most welcome.

After hours bookings for Social Groups, Corporate and Clubs can also be arranged.

To find out more.

Townsville Museum

The Townsville Museum is dedicated solely to preserving and displaying Townsville’s history from the early 1860s. The Museum is managed by members and volunteers of the Townsville Museum and Historical Society Inc.

Come and experience what Townsville Museum has to offer from an extensive collection of artifacts, photographs and building plans of early Townsville buildings, some of which no longer form part of our landscape. The Museum is the memory bank of our past whilst preserving it for future generations to experience and enjoy.

Opening Hours

Mon-Fri: 9:00am - 2:30pm
Sat-Sun & Public Holidays: Closed
Entry Fees Apply
EFTPOS Facilities Available

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Location

1/27 Barbeler Street, Currajong
Townsville, QLD, Australia, 4812
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Opening Hours

Mon-Fri: 9:00am - 2:30pm
Sat-Sun & Public Holidays: Closed

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