Garroorigang Historic Home (1857)
Overview
A rare and extraordinary example of a continuously lived in Australian colonial home still complete with its original furnishings and items of historical interest spanning 160 years of Australian history.
Built in 1857 originally as an Inn on the road to the goldfields, Garroorigang became a private home in 1867 and the site up until 1883 of a small private boarding school for the "sons of gentlemen" where a number of famous Australians were educated. The home has been lived in continuously for over 150 years by members of two related families and is today the private home of the Hume family, co-lateral descendants of Explorer Hamilton Hume. The home is filled with original furnishings and family memorabilia reflecting 150 years of living Australian history from the days of the bushrangers down through the Victorian era to the present. Family members provide visitors with a guided tour through the home explaining the history behind the many historical treasures and the stories of the people who have lived there.
A visit to Garroorigang is truly a step back in time into a showcase of living Australian history, fascinating for all ages.
The homestead is set in beautiful gardens suitable for picnics and morning/afternoon teas. Bed and breakfast accommodation is available by arrangement. Coaches and groups are welcome by appointment.
Accessibility
A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
Ask all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Have a doorbell or intercom at an accessible height and display a contact number (accessible height is 900mm-1100 mm)
Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
Have accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on your website (can be emailed on request)
Have accessible seating areas in theatrette
Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked
Have doorways which are easy to open and have lever handles (doorways 850mm or wider when open and not heavy)
Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
Modify your cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc)
Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints
Offer multiple options for booking - web, email, phone
Provide assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Provide seating in common areas including reception area
Use floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
Use organic (chemical and fragrance free) cleaning products
Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
