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Arts, culture and heritage in Gulgong

Founded in the heady days of the gold rush, Gulgong has around 130 buildings with National Trust classification. Take a self-guided walking tour of Gulgong's historic sites.

About Gulgong

This historic town, about 30 km from Mudgee, was spawned by the 1870s gold rush; today it's home to several fascinating museums. Take a short stroll along the main street to admire ornate facades, broad verandahs and elaborate wrought ironwork of the Victorian era. See the amazing record of goldfields life in the Pioneers Museum and visit the Henry Lawson Centre, a living memorial to one of Australia's greatest bush balladeers.

The Gulgong district is also world famous for its clays, and both the town and its surroundings are a haven for craft workers. Spend time shopping for treasures in Cudgegong Gallery which has an outstanding display of ceramics in a cool, modernist space. Find out more at Gulgong Visitor Information Centre.

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    • Gulgong Pioneers Museum

      Gulgong Pioneers Museum

      Gulgong Pioneers Museum. Image Hamilton Lund

    • Dunns Swamp, Wollemi National Park

      Dunns Swamp, Wollemi National Park

      Pagoda Lookout at Dunns Swamp in Wollemi National Park. Image Evolving Images

    • Gulgong museum

      Gulgong museum

      Interior view of Gulgong museum, Image Evolving Images

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