Dunedoo Historical Society and Museum

Dunedoo Historical Society and Museum The Museum is open on Thursday mornings and the second Saturday of the month.

🌕 ONCE IN A BLUE MOON 🌕The Tragic Tale of Hammer, “How does a young man lose his life in just two feet of water?” Discov...
08/05/2026

🌕 ONCE IN A BLUE MOON 🌕
The Tragic Tale of Hammer, “How does a young man lose his life in just two feet of water?” Discover the truth under the light of a rare Blue Moon.
Please contact Mel at the library 0263751468, as bookings are essential.
Meet the grieving mother of Hammer and Mr Womersley the coffin maker as they guide you on the tour.

Our "History on the Porch" has been updated. Stroll along the verandah at the old bank building and enjoy the theme of C...
28/03/2026

Our "History on the Porch" has been updated. Stroll along the verandah at the old bank building and enjoy the theme of Cobbora and it's history. Read fascinating articles and POW survival. Enjoy the photos of the past and the present.
Don't forget, the Museum will be open on Thursday mornings from 10am till 12.30pm and market days.
Let us know if you have family visiting Dunedoo as small group bookings can be arranged by appointment.
Our volunteers are still working on the "Blue Moon Cemetery Tour".

🎄 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 🎄From all of us at the Museum, we wish our wonderful community a very Merry Christm...
25/12/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 🎄
From all of us at the Museum, we wish our wonderful community a very Merry Christmas and a safe, happy New Year. Thank you for your continued support, stories, and enthusiasm throughout the year. We look forward to welcoming you back in the New Year as we continue to share and preserve our local history.
The Museum will reopen on Thursday mornings from 8 January 2026.

As night falls over the Hotel Dunedoo, we are reminded that history is never far beneath the surface. 100 years ago toda...
23/12/2025

As night falls over the Hotel Dunedoo, we are reminded that history is never far beneath the surface. 100 years ago today the 23 December 1925, the town was shaken by the tragic death of Frank Ryan, a 29-year-old stock and station agent and respected local footballer, whose fatal fall from the Hotel Dunedoo balcony that is believed to have occurred while sleepwalking.
Today, 100 years on, we remember Frank Ryan and honour his life, ensuring his story is not forgotten.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our recent Night at the Museum.It was wonderful to see the museum filled with co...
14/12/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our recent Night at the Museum.
It was wonderful to see the museum filled with conversation, curiosity, and shared memories.

We are grateful to all who came along, brought a glass, listened to the stories, and helped make the evening such a memorable one. Your support and interest in our local history means so much to us and helps keep these stories alive.

We extend a special thank you to Sharon and Mel for their efforts behind the scenes — your commitment helped make the night truly memorable.

We look forward to welcoming you back again soon.

— The Museum Volunteers

P.S. Night at the Cemetery coming soon...

Raise a Glass to History: The Night Frank Ryan SleepwalkedWhen night falls at the Dunedoo Museum, the past begins to sti...
11/11/2025

Raise a Glass to History:
The Night Frank Ryan Sleepwalked

When night falls at the Dunedoo Museum, the past begins to stir. Step back a century and uncover the haunting story of Frank Ryan — the 27-year-old Stock and Station Agent and local footballer whose fateful sleepwalk over the Hotel Dunedoo balcony left the town in shock and sorrow.

Join us for an evening where history whispers through the dark — a blend of stories, wine, and reflection beneath the glow of lantern light.

🗓️ Wednesday 3rd December
🕖 7:00 – 8:30 pm
🍷 Bring a glass – nibbles provided
đź’° Gold coin donation
đź“ž Register your interest with Mel in the library
Step carefully through Dunedoo’s past… some tales never truly rest.

Thank you to Coonabarabran History Group Inc. For sharing our War Memorial ❤️
11/11/2025

Thank you to Coonabarabran History Group Inc. For sharing our War Memorial ❤️

Today, we pause to remember the courage and sacrifice of those who served—and continue to serve—in times of war, conflic...
10/11/2025

Today, we pause to remember the courage and sacrifice of those who served—and continue to serve—in times of war, conflict, and peacekeeping. Our museum members, are honoured to help preserve their stories and ensure that future generations understand the cost of freedom. Through remembrance, reflection, and gratitude, we keep their legacy alive in our shared history.

Please join the Dunedoo Leadville RSL Sub-Branch at the War Memorial for the Remembrance Day Commemoration, commencing at 11:00am.

Our History on the Porch has been updated for October with the stories from our 'Framed in Time' story competition and r...
26/10/2025

Our History on the Porch has been updated for October with the stories from our 'Framed in Time' story competition and recollections from the Hayes family. We have an updated Railway Carriage display and Dunedoo Signal diagram in the Museum on loan from Heritage transport that may bring back some memories when passenger cars frequented our railway line. We are also on the look out for your Lan-Choo tea coupon stories and the labels people saved to buy from their catalogue.
The Museum will be open Thursday mornings or by appointment.

The Museum had a wonderful visitor yesterday, Gary Bilton. Many will remember Gary when he lived here as a youngster in ...
24/09/2025

The Museum had a wonderful visitor yesterday, Gary Bilton. Many will remember Gary when he lived here as a youngster in the 1960s.
Gary has donated a few photos, including this photo of a Nurses Party. Gary is the young man standing in front of his mother, Margaret.
Photo description: Nurses Party Dunedoo Hospital L to R Rosalie Cross, Unknown with knife, Unknown, Teresa Martin, Margaret and Gary Bilton, Unknown, Shirley Farley.
Can you help fill the gaps? Do you have any photos of the hospital staff? What are your memories of the hospital?

EDIT...
We have their names
Rosalie Cross, Dawn Isaacs, Lyn Green with knife, Terese Martin, Margaret & Garry Bilton, Barbara Richmond, Shirley Farley.

A recent donation to the museum from Robert Rhodes.His 1972 Dunedoo and District Car Club, 1st Place Sprint (2001-3000cc...
12/09/2025

A recent donation to the museum from Robert Rhodes.
His 1972 Dunedoo and District Car Club, 1st Place Sprint (2001-3000cc) trophy 🏆 and Dunedoo Car Club Member's Card that ended in September 1969.
Thanks, Rob, for donating your Dunedoo Car Club memorabilia.
If you have not seen our collection and display on the Dunedoo Car Club, call in on Thursday mornings or by appointment. Our friendly volunteers can show you around.
The museum will also be open this Saturday for our markets. Call in and see the great Gary from 10 till 12.
Remember that during September 2025, it is free entry for Dunedoo residents to visit the museum. It is a perfect time to check out the car club display and plenty of other local history exhibits.

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42 Bolaro Street
Dunedoo, NSW
2844

Telephone

+61263751468

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