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See natural history at its most stunning, and track the evolution of our planet at the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum. The Somerville Collection in the Mineral Gallery originates from mine sites around the world, making them historically significant and irreplaceable heritage items. They show a large diversity of minerals from an array of deposits and are of exceptional crystal perfection.
Celebrate the speed, sound and excitement of Australian motor sport and get up close to an ever-changing line-up of more than 100 racing cars and motorbikes at the National Motor Racing Museum right alongside the iconic Mount Panorama race circuit.
Explore the stories of the railway and its impact on the local region at the Bathurst Rail Museum. Be amazed by the largest publicly displayed HO scale model railway in Australia. Learn about the opportunities the railway provided for trade, transport and employment, as well as the new social and cultural scene that flourished in Bathurst.
Step into the home of former Prime Minister Ben Chifley and his wife, Elizabeth. The Chifley Home and Education Centre is a 1940s time capsule that embodies the modest values of a Labor man, well loved leader, and Bathurst local. While it reflects the frugal living necessary during the nation’s post-war recovery, the house remains full of Mr and Mrs Chifley’s charm, warmth and numerous stories.
The Central Tablelands Collections Facility safeguards valuable and fragile collections, archives and other significant cultural items under the care of Bathurst Regional Council. The Facility offers collection management services and training in the storage, cataloguing, conservation and curatorship of artefacts.
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400 Panorama Ave, Mount Panorama, NSW 2795
Phone: (02) 6332 1872
| Monday | 9.ooam-4.30pm |
| Tuesday | CLOSED* |
| Wednesday | 9.ooam-4.30pm |
| Thursday | 9.ooam-4.30pm |
| Friday | 9.ooam-4.30pm |
| Saturday | 9.ooam-4.30pm |
| Sunday | 9.ooam-4.30pm |
*Open 7 days a week during NSW school holidays.
Please purchase admission tickets on arrival. Bookings are not required for museum entry.
Please note access to the museum may be restricted during race events.
| Adults | $15.00 | |
| Concession | $10.00 | |
| Children (School Age) | $7.00 | |
| Family | $37.00 |
Family consists of two adults and children within that family.
Council reserves the right to charge a separate fee for entry to the temporary exhibition space and modify entry fee for public programmes or special events.
Companion Cards are accepted with free entry to Carer.
Group Entry Fees (to qualify, groups must consist of 10 or more individuals) and must book prior to arrival.
Group Discounts per person on normal fee – $2.00.
Schools – Self guided, per student: $5. Accompanying drivers, teachers, guides): Free. Self guided, pre school: Students free, accompanying adults regular price.
224 Howick St, Bathurst, NSW 2795
Phone: (02) 6338 2860
| Monday | 9.00am-4.30pm |
| Tuesday | 9.00am-4.30pm |
| Wednesday | CLOSED* |
| Thursday | 9.ooam-4.30pm |
| Friday | 9.ooam-4.30pm |
| Saturday | 9.ooam-4.30pm |
| Sunday | 9.ooam-4.30pm |
*Open 7 days a week during NSW school holidays.
Please purchase admission tickets on arrival. Bookings are not currently required for museum entry.
| Adults | $15.00 | |
| Concession | $10.00 | |
| Children (School Age) | $7.00 | |
| Family | $37.00 |
Family consists of two adults and children within that family.
Council reserves the right to charge a separate fee for entry to the temporary exhibition space and modify entry fee for public programs or special events.
Companion Cards are accepted with free entry to Carer.
Group Entry Fees (to qualify, groups must consist of 10 or more individuals) and must book prior to arrival.
Group Discounts per person on normal fee – $2.00.
Schools – Self guided, per student: $5. Museum-educator led program per student (primary and secondary): $7. Accompanying drivers, teachers, guides): Free. Museum educator-led program per student (pre school): $5. Self guided, pre school: Students free, accompanying adults regular price.
10-12 Busby St, South Bathurst NSW 2795
Phone: (02) 6333 6152
| Monday | 11:00am-3:00pm |
| Tuesday | 11:00am-3:00pm |
| Wednesday | 11:00am-3:00pm |
| Thursday | CLOSED* |
| Friday | 11:00am-3:00pm |
| Saturday | 11:00am-3:00pm |
| Sunday | 11:00am-3:00pm |
*Open 7 days a week during NSW school holidays.
| Adults | $15.00 | |
| Concession | $10.00 | |
| Children (School Age) | $7.00 | |
| Family | $37.00 |
Family consists of two adults and children within that family.
Council reserves the right to charge a separate fee for entry to the temporary exhibition space and modify entry fee for public programs or special events.
Companion Cards are accepted with free entry to Carer.
Group Entry Fees (to qualify, groups must consist of 10 or more individuals) and must book prior to arrival.
Group Discounts per person on normal fee $2.00.
Schools – Museum-educator led program per student (primary and secondary): $7. Accompanying drivers, teachers, guides): Free. Museum educator-led program per student (pre school): $5.
126 Havannah St, Bathurst NSW 2795
Phone: (02) 6338 2850
| Monday | 9.ooam-4.30pm |
| Tuesday | 9.ooam-4.30pm |
| Wednesday | 9.ooam-4.30pm |
| Thursday | CLOSED* |
| Friday | 9.ooam-4.30pm |
| Saturday | 9.ooam-4.30pm |
| Sunday | 9.ooam-4.30pm |
*Open 7 days a week during NSW school holidays.
Please purchase admission tickets on arrival. Bookings are currently only required for Kids Central sessions, included in admission price.
| Adults | $15.00 | |
| Concession | $10.00 | |
| Children (School Age) | $7.00 | |
| Family | $37.00 |
Family consists of two adults and children within that family.
Council reserves the right to charge a separate fee for entry to the temporary exhibition space and modify entry fee for public programs or special events.
Companion Cards are accepted with free entry to Carer.
Group Entry Fees (to qualify, groups must consist of 10 or more individuals) and must book prior to arrival.
Group Discounts per person on normal fee -$ 2.00.
Schools – Self guided, per student: $5. Museum-educator led program per student (primary and secondary): $7. Accompanying drivers, teachers, guides): Free. Museum educator-led program per student (pre school): $5. Self guided, pre school: Students free, accompanying adults regular price.
This facility is not open to the general public.
Phone: (02) 6333 6543
contact us via email here
This ticket covers single entry to each of the following museums:
Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum
Bathurst Rail Museum
Chifley Home and Education Centre
National Motor Racing Museum (Please note restrictions during race events)
The ticket is valid for two weeks (14 days) from the date of the entry to the first museum. The ticket expires 12 months after purchase.
Includes a 10% discount on retail items purchased at each of the museum retail outlets (excluding café).
Please purchase the Museums Bathurst 2 Week Ticket at any museum or the Bathurst Visitor Information Centre.
| Adult | $50.00 |
| Concession | $30.00 |
| Family | $120.00 |
| Child | $21.00 |
This pass provides annual entry to one of the four museums; including 10% discount on retail items (excluding café), 10% discount on special events and activities, a 10% discount entry for visiting friend and relatives and subscription to the Museums Bathurst e-newsletter.
Enjoy 12 months of unlimited, general entry to one of these museums:
Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum
Bathurst Rail Museum
Chifley Home and Education Centre
National Motor Racing Museum (Please note restrictions during race events)
Please purchase your membership at the Museum, or online here.
| Adult | $70.00 |
| Concession | $50.00 |
| Family | $120.00 |
| Child | $25.00 |
This pass provides annual entry for all of the four museums; including 10% discount on retail items (excluding café), 10% discount on special events and activities, 10% discount entry for visiting friend and relatives and subscription to the Museums Bathurst e-newsletter.
Enjoy 12 months of unlimited, general entry to all of these museums:
Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum
Bathurst Rail Museum
Chifley Home and Education Centre
National Motor Racing Museum (Please note restrictions during race events)
Please purchase your membership at any of the museums, or online here.
| Adult | $150.00 |
| Concession | $120.00 |
| Family | $300.00 |
| Child | $70.00 |
Museums Bathurst is a suite of public museums managed by Bathurst Regional Council, located on Wiradjuri Country.
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