Mount Victoria Museum

01/05/2026

Saturday 6th June the PICNIC TRAIN is coming, "choose your destination: Katoomba—home to Scenic World & Railway, the steepest railway in ther world, sweeping lookouts, boutique shops and charming cafes—or Mount Victoria, known for its historic pubs, cozy cafes and village atmosphere. A perfect day trip for rail enthusiasts, photographers and anyone who loves classic travel and mountain scenery."

The museum will be open midday to 3pm both Saturday and Sunday for the King's Birthday Long Weekend.

Entry -

Adult = $8
Children = $1

https://www.picnictrain.com.au/bluemountains

20/04/2026

Our POP-UP display "THE MOUNTAIN ROAD BUILDERS - CONVICTS & SURVEYORS" now on show at the Katoomba Library, Blue Mountains Cultural Centre, Parke St, Katoomba. Moving to Springwood Library in September.

12/02/2026

A bit of a mystery. Two photograph albums were left on our President's letter box. Any info appreciated. Message us for further details.

31/12/2025

Jeepers, with all our recent emails about our amazing NEW Newsletter and email address change techno talk, we forgot to wish you all seasonal greetings. Eek. Happy MMXXVI from the committee and members.

Thanks for the colourful photo by museum member Kate O'Neill who's also a major part of amongst many other things.

PS the scaffolding is off and we now have new slate and corrugated iron roof. Reopening on 10th January unless there is popular demand for 3rd January (phone, message, text, email or carrier pigeon).

30/12/2025

Dear members, followers and friends,

Just a quick update to tell you that our latest newsletter has been sent to our Mailing List and Members via a new museum group email address, [email protected] which will be helpful with the production and distribution of future newsletters.

Due to the tightened security of many email systems you may not see the newsletter email in your InBox, so do check your Junk or Spam folder and mark the email as Not Spam. Once you've confirmed that our email is not Spam you should receive future newsletters direct to your InBox.

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15/11/2025

First across the finish line, men and women. GO4VIC100 2025. Museum open until 2pm.

24/10/2025

Latest newsletter available now on our website.

13/09/2025

Great presentation today by volunteer member Trudi about Blue Mountains postcard history. Best presenter outfit we can remember in the museum. Included special cabinet displays of rare postcards from her collection. BAZFEST SPECIAL OPENING TOMORROW SUNDAY 10am-1pm

10/09/2025

Special museum opening hours and event for BAZfest - the Mt Victoria Baz Luhrmann Film Festival -

"STEP INTO THE WORLD OF BAZ LUHRMANN

WHERE LOVE BURNS, MUSIC SOARS AND EVERY CORNER OF MT VIC BECOMES A STAGE!"

See our Events page for the museum's historic postcard presentation.

SPECIAL MUSEUM OPENING HOURS -

September 13th Saturday 10am-3pm

September 14th Sunday 10am-1pm

Experience the ultimate celebration at Bazfest – a vibrant festival filled with live music, great food, and unforgettable fun. Join us for an epic event that brings people together!

09/09/2025

A link to a fascinating review of "John Ewbank – The Climbs and Times of a Rock Climbing Legend"

Subtitled: Steep Dreams and Vertical Songs

An anthology about the legendary rock climber and singer/songwriter who pioneered Mount Piddington, Blue Mountains region and interstate climbs. Spoiler alert, he gave away semi-professional climbing to chase his music dreams in New York, USA although he continued climbing until his tragic death.

Published and co-authored/edited by local photographer Ian Brown (Windy Hill Press) and Bruce Cameron. With over 60 contributors, the 336 pages of full colour "Climbs and Times" will prove to be a valuable documentation of local recreational climbing history. Well done all involved in producing this book about an enigmatic and complex individual.

Music links in comments.

When John Ewbank passed away in 2013, Australian climbing lost not only one of its most influential figures but also a voice that had shaped generations. Known for introducing the Ewbank grading system, pioneering hard routes, and stirring debate with his sharp pen and sharper tongue, Ewbank’s imp...

16/07/2025

Latest edition of our newsletter out now. The steam train era foot warmer story is fascinating. Thanks to all involved in making it happen once again. Available on the museum website Newsletters page or join our Mailing List to receive quarterly editions direct to your email.