Gumbaynggirr Keeping Place

Step into one of the world's oldest continuing living cultures at the Gumbaynggirr Keeping Place – a place where culture is protected, celebrated and shared for generations to come.

Designed in close connection with Nambucca Heads, Bowraville and Unkya LALCs, the Keeping Place will safeguard significant cultural artefacts while honouring the stories, language, music, dance and art that have shaped Gumbaynggirr life since the Dreaming. More than a museum, it is a living cultural centre where knowledge is passed from Elders to younger generations, ensuring traditions continue to thrive.

For visitors, the Keeping Place offers an opportunity to deepen your understanding of Gumbaynggirr culture and its enduring connection to the landscapes of the Mid North Coast. Through immersive storytelling and cultural experiences, discover how language, storylines and Country are inseparable, connecting rivers, mountains, beaches and forests across Gumbaynggirr Country.

Known as the "sharing people", the Gumbaynggirr have long welcomed others to learn from the richness of their Country and culture. The Keeping Place continues this tradition, inviting visitors to experience a culture that has endured for tens of thousands of years with respect, curiosity and care.

Come to connect with Country, celebrate living culture and gain a deeper appreciation of the stories that continue to shape the Nambucca Valley.