Woodworks Museum & Interpretive Centre
Woodworks Museum & Interpretive Centre
Woodworks Museum & Interpretive Centre
4.5
Monday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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The Woodworks Museum and Interpretive Centre re-defines the Forestry Story through live demonstration, science-based education and state-of-the-art interpretation. You will see fascinating relics of forest history, lovingly restored and working in live demonstrations.
Duration: 1-2 hours
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hanna001_11
Sydney, Australia41 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
Woodworks is a very interesting place to vist. It is run by volunteers. There are three levels (although you do not need to climb the stairs) lots of interesting information about the forrest & conserving the timber past & present. Stories about the timber industry & how the work was done in the early settlers day & the hardships they endured. There are lots of artifacts to see. They do demonstrations on Fridays or by arrangements $10 head or $25 family Mon - Fri Need to allow 2 - 3 hrs min Well worth the visit especially for children to learn about our history. They have some material for school children if you ask.
Written 21 May 2024
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pam ganly
Brisbane, Australia6 contributions
Mar 2021
Worth visiting, educational for adults and kids. Enthusiastic volunteers make it all worthwhile as these people love what they are doing and want to pass on their knowledge. Huge park next door for picnics.
Written 28 March 2021
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timrV34YM
Gympie, Australia10 contributions
Feb 2018 • Friends
This facility has undergone a massive upgrade during the past couple of years and some great static displays depict the predominantly man handling of massive timbers logged in the Gympie district . If lucky enough to visit on the special "Steam" days some of the various milling machinery can be seen in operation. Ideal for travelling groups to spend time looking back to where the Timber Industry commenced and the importance it played to Gympie and Qld. Organise a tour with pre-booking and a wonderful "Smoko" can be arranged. This will always be a great stop over point when travelling to or through Gympie
Written 27 August 2018
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KathMc65
Brisbane, Australia165 contributions
July 2018 • Couples
I had worked in the Queensland Department of Forestry in the 1980's when this Museum was first opened. I had always wanted to visit and am glad I finally did. We both found the Museum informative and interesting. They even had wood turners demonstrating their skills. Reasonable admission cost and locally made wood crafts for sale at realistic prices. Would highly recommend to others to visit.
Written 28 July 2018
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Peter J
Grafton, Australia25 contributions
Jan 2016 • Family
We were looking for an attraction to visit to break up a journey down the Bruce Highway and decided to stop at the Woodworker's Museum. Entry was quite cheap and we found the displays very interesting, particularly the presentation that showed the use of the various tools used to fell trees and process the wood.
We did not visit on a presentation day when the smithy would have been working which was a pity as this would have made the visit extra special. I would recommend this attraction to anyone with an interest in wood. It's location just beside the Bruce Highway makes it an ideal rest stop on a long journey.
We did not visit on a presentation day when the smithy would have been working which was a pity as this would have made the visit extra special. I would recommend this attraction to anyone with an interest in wood. It's location just beside the Bruce Highway makes it an ideal rest stop on a long journey.
Written 14 January 2016
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ttcats11
Townsville, Australia2 contributions
Apr 2015 • Family
Pulled in on our way to Rocky to give the kids a break. Lots of room for them to run, toilet facilities, a must with kids, great displays and looks like more on the way. We'll check it out again and next time we'll use the barbie. Jenny M.
Written 28 May 2015
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David L
Gympie Region, Australia9 contributions
May 2019 • Couples
Takes you from the days of nothing but hand tools and horse transport, timber identification, tools and early mechanisation. Local craftspeople display their goods for sale, and the helpful, knowledgeable volunteer staff guide you through the displays.
Written 9 May 2019
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reviews6169
Brisbane, Australia1,902 contributions
Jan 2019 • Family
We saw the sign for this museum and stopped for a look. So glad we did as it was excellent! Entry fee was only $5 which is quite cheap. Lots of information to read and plenty to see. Absolutely amazing to learn about how trees are mulled into wood the old fashion way. Lots of mechanical stuff to enjoy. The old mine shaft was definitely a big hit.
Plenty of parking spaces and ramps which is great for prams and wheelchairs. BBQ and picnic spots.
Great activity for the whole family and you must do if your in the area.
Plenty of parking spaces and ramps which is great for prams and wheelchairs. BBQ and picnic spots.
Great activity for the whole family and you must do if your in the area.
Written 9 January 2019
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Tamsin H
Sydney, Australia684 contributions
July 2018 • Friends
A great mix of indoor and outdoor exhibits all about the history of trees and woodworking in Queensland. Lovely picnic areas and great shaded areas to walk around in.
Written 30 August 2018
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Carolyn H
Gympie, Australia17 contributions
Oct 2017 • Family
I have taken groups of primary school aged children there when the machinery has been operating and they were fascinated with watching it. The museum preserves an important part of local history. The staff were very helpful and provided information aimed at the age group. If you are fortunate enough to visit on heritage days then there are additional exhibits there.
Written 6 August 2018
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Hi,
Does anybody know if there is a cost to visit this place? If so how much for adults and kids?
Thanks 😀
Written 22 December 2018
$5 for adults and cheap at the price. Not sure how much for kids.
Written 23 December 2018
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