Age Of Fishes Museum Canowindra

Age Of Fishes Museum Canowindra Fossils older than dinosaurs, beautiful gardens & interactive indoor and outdoor displays for all the family. Large groups please contact us to make a booking.

Well stocked retail store with fossils, gifts, educational toys and local produce. The Age Of Fishes Museum houses a collection of Devonian Fish Fossils. This is the only dedicated collection in the Southern Hemisphere!

150 million years before dinosaurs roamed the Earth, almost all backboned animals lived in water, not on land. This was the Devonian Period or the "Age Of Fishes". A chance find n

ear Canowindra NSW in 1956, and a major excavation of the same site in 1993, uncovered a remarkable fossil site. The site contained well preserved remains of thousands of bizarre, long extinct fishes encased in bony armour, other fishes with lungs and huge predators with crocodile like jaws, many of them new to science. The most important fossil treasures are now on display at the Age Of Fishes Museum in Canowindra. This unique "window in time" allows visitors to study what happened in Canowindra 360 million years ago. The fossils are supplemented by permanent exhibitions, gift shop, geological time walk, sculpture garden and outdoor picnic areas. There are many hands on activities in the Museum such as the education den, giant games board, huge floor puzzles and fossil dig pits. Individuals and small groups are welcome between 10am and 4pm, 7 days a week with the exception of Christmas Day and Anzac Day morning. Other times are by appointment.

23/06/2026

23/06/2026

Species of the Week – Regent Bowerbird (Sericulus chrysocephalus)

Male Regent bowerbirds are one of the most striking birds in Australia, with their black and gold plumage.

They also have some incredible courting techniques which involves some impressive interior design!

Males build an elaborate bower out of sticks and then decorate it in an attempt to attract females.

🖌️ The males will hold a piece of bark or leaf in his beak to use as a brush.
🎨 They will crush up berries and mix them with their own saliva to create a paint.
🌻 He will then steal colourful objects to place at the entrance to his bower.

Females will then come by to inspect his bower and watch a courtship dance before deciding if she is interested or not 🤔

📸: Sean Daniels/Shutterstock

21/06/2026

Species of the Week – Pellucid Hawk Moth (Cephonodes kingii)

Also known as the Gardenia Bee Hawk, these masters of disguise have one of nature's coolest tricks, invisible wings!

After emerging from their pupa, these moths shed the scales from their wings, leaving them completely transparent.

This, combined with their bright yellow and black abdomen, makes them look remarkably like a bumblebee, a clever trick for confusing potential predators.

You can find these incredible moths across much of Australia, from Western Australia and the Northern Territory through to Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria.

📸: Wirestock Creators/Shutterstock

20/06/2026

Friday, 3 July 202611:00am – 11:30amAge of Fishes Museum, CanowindraLittle Fishes this month will explore the fasc...
20/06/2026



Friday, 3 July 2026
11:00am – 11:30am
Age of Fishes Museum, Canowindra
Little Fishes this month will explore the fascinating world of rocks, gems and minerals!

The program will feature hands-on activities such as rock painting, making a chocolate rock cycle, mineral identification, Moh's hardness testing and crystal growing.
Entry is free, and there is no charge for this program, with free access to the museum also included.
No bookings are required, just turn up and enjoy the learning experience.
We can’t wait to see you there!

18/06/2026

Did you know that some of the most remarkable species on Earth are also the ones most people barely notice? 🌎

Meet some of the tiny creatures that are superheroes when it comes to keeping precious ecosystems alive:

🌊 Plankton – These microscopic organisms produce over half of the Earth’s oxygen, absorb billions of tonnes of carbon dioxide annually and form the foundation of the world’s aquatic food webs.

🔬 Tardigrades – These microscopic creatures include the most hardy animals on the planet. They can survive temperatures as low as -272°C and as high as 151°C.

🪸 Coral polyps – These tiny, soft-bodied marine animals are responsible for building the foundation of the world’s coral reefs. Though coral reefs cover less than 1% of the ocean floor, they provide a habitat for around 25% of all marine creatures.

🪱Earthworms – They play a crucial role in breaking down organic matter and fertilising soil. They act as soil engineers, loosening soil and allowing air and water to reach plant roots.

💦 Krill – Antarctic Krill are the primary food source for species in the Southern Ocean and powerhouse carbon storers. It’s estimated they can sink up to 23 megatonnes of carbon annually!

Sometimes the smallest species have the biggest impact 🫶

📸: Choksawatdikorn/Shutterstock

17/06/2026

17/06/2026

HOSTING AN EVENT? | Let Us Help You Spread the Word!

Is your business or organisation planning an event? Did you know you can list it on the Cabonne Council website for FREE?

The website features an extensive list of events in the region and is a fantastic resource to promote your upcoming event. Plus, your event will be cross-promoted via the Discover Cabonne social media channels for even more exposure!

Click https://au.openforms.com/Form/b9e12a37-b10e-45aa-a694-079d77e7986cto to complete the form.

Need assistance? We’re here to help! Reach out to us at [email protected]

15/06/2026

2026 Cabonne Acquisitive Art Prize Exhibition Information

Proudly sponsored by Council under its Events Sponsorship Program, the 2026 Cabonne Acquisitive Art Prize showcases some of the region’s finest artistic talent, featuring works from almost 30 local artists and 60 students.

This annual exhibition celebrates creativity while fostering a strong sense of identity, pride, and place within the Cabonne community. It highlights the exceptional calibre of artists in the region and provides an opportunity for both emerging and established creatives to shine.

Exhibition Details
Dates: Monday 13 July – Friday 24 July 2026
Location: Cabonne Community Centre
Times: Molong Library Opening Hours (11am - 1pm and 2pm - 5pm)

Presentation Gala Night
Celebrate the artists and winners at the Presentation Gala Night:
Date: Thursday 23 July 2026
Time: 6pm
Location: Cabonne Community Centre

Artwork Drop-Off Information
Artists are asked to deliver their artworks to the Cabonne Community Centre during Molong Library opening hours
Dates: Monday 15 June, Wednesday 17 June, and Friday 19 June

For enquiries, please contact Arts Council Cabonne Inc. on
0407 623 393.

Address

Cnr Of Gaskill And Ferguson Street
Canowindra, NSW
2804

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 3:45pm
Tuesday 10am - 5:45pm
Wednesday 10am - 5:45pm
Thursday 10am - 3:45pm
Friday 10am - 3:45pm
Saturday 10am - 3:45pm
Sunday 10am - 3:45pm

Telephone

0263441008

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