Due to Covid19, the Historical Society Museum, Bookshop and Archives will only be open on Wednesdays and Fridays, from 11am until 2pm, until further notice (Government House is closed). Please contact us at info@bathursthistory.org.au for further information.
Established in 1947
The Society was formed on a motion of Alderman E Hearne after the Mayor, RB Goldsby called a public meeting. Along with a few enthusiasts the Society was formed on Tuesday 6 May 1947.
Come and visit our city 4-19 July
Enjoy the Bathurst Winter Festival with two festival nights, ice skating, illumination of iconic buildings in Bathurst CBD, kids rides and so much more....
Other Museums to visit
Explore the Museums Bathurst has to offer, Bathurst Rail, Fossil, Chifley Home and Motor Racing. They could become your favourite Bathurst cultural attraction.