Kangaroo Valley Pioneer Village Museum
Kangaroo Valley Pioneer Village Museum
Kangaroo Valley Pioneer Village Museum
4.5
Monday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
About
Kangaroo Valley Pioneer Village Museum shows the lifestyle of early settlers to Australia, in particular, this valley. Discover houses and tools from the middle of the 19th to early 20th century. Explore old trades like blacksmith, saddle maker, dairy and farming. Enter old bush school or telephone exchange. Learn about family trees and study historic documents or simply enjoy a BBQ (gas BBQ free facilities for museum customers)) and a bushwalk across the swing bridge. Seniors/children $5 Adults $10 Family $20
Duration: 1-2 hours
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chrissy m
1 contribution
Dec 2020
Awesome place to visit. So much to do, walk through the museum exhibits, bush walk, suspension bridge and use of the undercover Gas BBQ/ picnic area are all included In admission price of $20 per family , $10 per adult, $5 per child. Great value With plenty of room for kids to run around. Will definitely be back. Highly recommend.
Written 27 December 2020
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Matthew P
Sydney, Australia115 contributions
Jan 2020
This must have been one of the most fascinating places to witness early pioneer living. The historical building have all the earmarks of real homes of the early pioneers, decor, furniture and even the vibe. Brings back memories of when my nan used to talk about her younger years. A great educational place for kids to see how things were 'back then' and even brought a lot of raised eyebrows expressions to me. Located right next to the historical Hampden Bridge, this is definitely worth taking your visitors and guests for a day trip out to Kangaroo Valley. Check their trading hours, as some days vary.
Written 13 February 2020
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Donna B
Narellan, Australia504 contributions
Nov 2020
Self guided tour around old buildings and historical items to view. At the back of the property is a bridge that takes you onto a bushwalk (sadly we didn't have time for but looks nice). Very interesting and has a quiz for the kids to do whilst wandering around.
Written 20 January 2021
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Justine
Sydney, Australia446 contributions
Feb 2022
When in Kangaroo Valley, do not miss this incredible Pioneer Village Museum. The staff is knowledgable and so very helpful, sharing bits of local tales. Highly recommended for all ages to learn more about life in these parts of the world.
Written 31 January 2023
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Buddy
Sydney, Australia209 contributions
June 2020 • Family
Fascinating museum and lots of room for kids to roam. Easy walk to Hampden bridge and suspension bridge at the rear of museum. $20 family of four and great experience for children especially the old school house.
Written 8 June 2020
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YL W
1 contribution
June 2021
Excellent museum for the whole family. Self-guided tour around the buildings. Take your time. Lots of interesting curios and stories.
Old school building and its classroom will be popular with kids.
Fascinating insights into the challenges and lives of the early settlers.
There is also a covered picnic table. Perfect for the day-out.
Old school building and its classroom will be popular with kids.
Fascinating insights into the challenges and lives of the early settlers.
There is also a covered picnic table. Perfect for the day-out.
Written 20 June 2021
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ITMKJTZT
40 contributions
July 2017 • Family
We were quite disappointed at the sight that greeted us (no disrespect at all to the volunteers). The cold overcast foggy morning didn't help, as everything was rather dark and dreary. The history and artefacts are interesting but the displays overall are lacking TLC - lots of faded things (eg explanations), broken pieces (eg mannequins), and just needing an injection of energy and life! Perhaps history enthusiasts will still find it a gem, but for an ordinary family with young kids, it was difficult to engage the kids and maintain their interest.
Written 6 July 2017
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daolieng
Sydney, Australia16 contributions
Mar 2021 • Couples
We spent a few hours here , it was so worth it with a lots to learn about early pioneer life in the valley , throughly enjoyable and highly recommended .
Written 20 March 2021
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Nicole W
Taree, Australia113 contributions
Oct 2019 • Couples
We visited on the long weekend on the Sunday morning. We had a blast looking through all the displays and exploring! $10 per adult I feel we definitely got our money’s worth and spent 2-3 hours here.
Written 9 October 2019
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Outback2014… and beyond
Sydney, Australia96 contributions
Sept 2017 • Couples
Ok I get that the museum was essentially a collection of old buildings and items belonging to a local family.... perhaps I was expecting too much.
The main dwelling is interesting and gives a glimpse of what rural family life would have been like a hundred or so years ago. The audio personal stories were endearing too.
Other than that, we felt that the museum needed a fresh injection of “wow”. Perhaps new mannequins or a guided tour option by someone in costume or watching the old machinery being restored would be a starting point
The place needs and deserves some love..... so I’d encourage everyone that reads this to go, pay your entry and hopefully this place could turn from being a tired collection to something truly showing off the Aussie pioneers of yesteryear.
The main dwelling is interesting and gives a glimpse of what rural family life would have been like a hundred or so years ago. The audio personal stories were endearing too.
Other than that, we felt that the museum needed a fresh injection of “wow”. Perhaps new mannequins or a guided tour option by someone in costume or watching the old machinery being restored would be a starting point
The place needs and deserves some love..... so I’d encourage everyone that reads this to go, pay your entry and hopefully this place could turn from being a tired collection to something truly showing off the Aussie pioneers of yesteryear.
Written 30 September 2017
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