Big sign for the museum outside the building, a centenary wall painting of the 1st Aus Light Horse.

Secondary entrance into the museum, a tuba next to the door. Inside a large hall with old bar.

Old cooking stove in a shed to match a local's mother's homestead.

Singer Sewing Machine collection with old models over the century.

Wall painting for the "Centenary of the 1st Aust Horse" August 1997.

Harden Murrumburrah Museum

Overview

The Harden Murrumburrah Museum is housed within the historic 1912 former School of Arts building and offers a rich journey through the towns' past. Visitors can explore a wide range of thematic…

The Harden Murrumburrah Museum is housed within the historic 1912 former School of Arts building and offers a rich journey through the towns' past.

Visitors can explore a wide range of thematic displays showcasing local history, including artefacts from the mining and railway eras, a recreated chemist shop featuring items dating back to the 1890s, a blacksmith forge, an old-style kitchen and a notable collection of Singer sewing machines featuring a variety of models. Dedicated displays also highlight the history of the First Australian Light Horse and the Light Horse Units of the Twin Towns, alongside material connected to local-born Kenneth William Thomas, founder of TNT.

For those keen to explore further, the museum provides extensive folder collections including a research library, newspaper room and resources for family history research. Information sheets are also available, including a heritage drive and walking guide to help visitors discover more of the town.

Just outside, street art commemorates the centenary of the First Australian Light Horse. The museum sits next to the Harden Visitor Information Centre and is within easy reach of key landmarks including the Bill the Bastard statue, the Light Horse Memorial and silo art.

The museum is open on weekends when volunteers are available, with group and school visits able to be arranged by appointment. Visitors are encouraged to phone ahead when planning a visit.