Broken Hill Mining Museum and White's Mineral Art Gallery
Overview
Broken Hill Mining Museum is a simulated mine constructed using period correct mining timber, and has numerous mining implements and dioramas showing mining operations, one gets the sensation of underground without going under.
The museum also features mineral art works done by famous Broken Hill artist Kevin "bushy" White, depicting mining scenes and Broken Hill Buildings, seating is available for groups as the experienced guide describes the history of Mining in Broken Hill.
The museum also include Betty Whites Doll collection which has over 1,000 dolls on display in a joining room.
The museum has just recently reopened after the passing of Kevin and is currently being managed by Experienced Tour Guide with mining experience
Your host Larry Angell, is a veteran of the local mining industry, and and is an experienced Tour Guide having worked for many years in the tourist industry. Visitors are given a personal guided tour of the museum showing the development of the mining history of Broken Hill.
Accessibility
Allows a person's carer free entry into participating venues and events
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 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)
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
Train your staff in disability awareness
Use floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
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)
