Henry Parkes Centre
Highlights
Overview
The Henry Parkes Centre, located at the northern edge of Parkes, is a must-see destination for history and culture lovers. This dynamic complex features three unique attractions: The King's Castle Elvis Exhibit and Parkes Motor Museum, The Henry Parkes Museum, and Moat Cottage, a replica of Sir Henry Parkes' childhood home in England.
The King's Castle Elvis Exhibit showcases an incredible collection of original Elvis Presley memorabilia, owned by Greg Page, the original Yellow Wiggle. Adjacent to it, the Parkes Motor Museum displays an impressive collection of vintage cars and motorcycles, highlighting the history of motoring.
The Henry Parkes Museum brings Parkes' early history to life with over 15,000 items, including Sir Henry Parkes memorabilia, vintage agricultural machinery, and displays about the Wiradjuri people and the Emmanuel Brothers. Highlights include two historic churches, a blacksmith shop, and Wongalea School, where Sunstruck was filmed in 1972.
Don't miss Moat Cottage, where an interactive display shares the life and achievements of Sir Henry Parkes, the Father of Federation.
Whether you're an Elvis fan, a vintage vehicle enthusiast, or a history buff, the Henry Parkes Centre offers an engaging journey through Australia's rich past.
Accessibility
Access and Inclusion Statement
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)
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
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 accessible seating areas in theatrette
Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked
Have at least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high)
Have step free access to the conference or function room
Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints
Offer multiple options for booking - web, email, phone
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)