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Saturday 1:30pm - 4pm Sunday 1:30pm - 4pm

Strathalbyn Heritage Museum

Name: Strathalbyn Heritage Museum
Address: 1 Rankine Street, Strathalbyn, SA, 5255, AU
Telephone: (08) 85362656

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The Strathalbyn Heritage Museum, opened in July 1974 and is housed in the town's old police station (1858) & courthouse (1867).

A branch of the National Trust of South Australia. The Strathalbyn and District Heritage Centre is in the former police station (built 1858) and courthouse (added in 1867). Features include several rooms set out in the style of the Victorian era, a room reflecting changes in health care over the years, and a courtyard with very high stone walls. From the courtyard, one can access the three jail ce

lls. Displays in the recently refurbished courtroom focus upon the lives of the original inhabitants and upon the settlers who first came to the district. The Scottish influence is emphasised. In the yard is an extensive collection of farm machinery from the past, including an excellent example of a furphy, a blacksmith's shop, horse drawn vehicles and exhibits centering on the history of the local Emergency Services. Notable exhibits include an original horseworks (to view this in operation first expand the "Old working farm machinery" heading on the Video Tour page) and the world-beating high technology solar cycle, The Solar Flare. The Centre also holds a large collection of books, photographs and newspaper accounts of people and past events in Strathalbyn, most of which can be made available to researchers for a very reasonable fee. Alternatively, the research can be done for you by Centre staff - also at a very reasonable rate. The Centre welcomes groups, and guided tours are available.

11/06/2026

Strathalbyn has a remarkably rich manufacturing history — motorcycles, bicycles, power generation, mining, brickmaking, flour milling, butter production and plenty more.

This entire display is housed in the original police station horse stables, now transformed into one of our most fascinating museum spaces. Step inside and you can almost feel the shift from working stables to working machinery as you explore the stories that built our town.

Open this weekend
Saturday 1:30pm to 4:00pm
Sunday — 10:30am to 4:00pm

Come discover the history, hear the stories, and experience Strathalbyn’s industrial past up close.

07/06/2026

Do you love local history, meeting people, or being part of a friendly community team?

The Strathalbyn Museum is looking for Front‑of‑House Hosts and Tour Guides to help welcome visitors, share stories, and keep the museum running smoothly.

🌟 What’s in it for you?
Volunteering with us isn’t just rewarding — it’s skill‑building. You’ll learn:
• Cash‑handling and confidence with an EPOS systems
• Customer service and people skills
• Sales and visitor engagement
• How to run tours and share history in a fun, engaging way
• Teamwork in a supportive, community‑focused environment

Whether you’re building your CV, re‑entering the workforce, or simply love being part of Strathalbyn’s heritage, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Send us a message or drop in during opening hours to chat about joining the team.

Become part of the story — volunteer at the Strathalbyn Museum.

03/06/2026

A Round Refrigerator… in the 1940s?
Did you know an Australian‑designed round refrigerator was built in Sydney in the 1940s by James N. Kirby Motors?
Marketed as a “revolutionary” leap forward, it featured revolving shelves so you could spin to find what you needed.

Our museum is home to one of the few surviving examples of this forward‑thinking fridge — a remarkable piece of Australian design history.

We’re open every weekend, so come for a visit and discover more rare and one‑of‑a‑kind items across our collection.

01/06/2026

Help Preserve Strathalbyn's History for Future Generations.
For many years, the Strathalbyn Museum has played an important role in preserving, protecting, and sharing the rich history of our town and district.
Through our collections, displays, and volunteer efforts, we help ensure that the stories of our community are not lost to time.
Like many community organisations, the museum has recently been impacted by a number of new and increased operating costs. Unfortunately, these rising expenses are placing significant pressure on our ability to continue operating at the level our community deserves.
We are now seeking the support of our community through donations to help secure the museum's future and continue our important work.

With tax time approaching, now is an ideal opportunity to support local history.
All donations of $2.00 or more to the Strathalbyn Museum are tax deductible.
If you would like to help, donations can be made via our website:
✅ https://www.strathmuseum.org.au/

✅ Or in person during our weekend opening hours
Every contribution, no matter the size, helps preserve our local heritage for future generations.
Thank you for supporting the Strathalbyn Museum and helping keep our community's history alive.

31/05/2026

The Strathalbyn Museum is looking for friendly local volunteers who enjoy creativity, storytelling, photography, social media and design, to help create memorable experiences for visitors.
Whether you have professional skills or enthusiasm and ideas, we'd love to hear from you.

Gain valuable skills while helping us bring the museum to life and keep Strathalbyn's stories alive for future generations.

Send us a message or email us for more information.

24/05/2026

Step into the Healthcare Room at the Strathalbyn Museum — where medicine meets history!

From the days when leeches were a trusted remedy to the era of local doctors and pharmacists who shaped our community care.
This exhibit brings the evolution of local healthcare to life.
Explore cabinets filled with vintage bottles, instruments, and curiosities — including the striking red‑and‑white LEECHES jar.

Originally curated from Owen Johnson’s remarkable collection, the room tells the story of Strathalbyn’s medical pioneers and the families who kept the town healthy from 1850 to 1960.

📍 Strathalbyn Museum
🕰️ Open weekends — discover the stories behind the cures!

09/05/2026

Looking for something to do this weekend.
Step back in time at the Strathalbyn Museum.

Explore fascinating local history inside one of Strathalbyn’s most historic buildings. The police house was built in 1858, with the beautiful courthouse pictured here added in 1867.

From early settlement and local industry to vintage displays and unique artefacts, there is something for all ages to discover.

Open Saturdays & Sundays
1:30pm to 4:00pm

Come and explore the stories that helped shape Strathalbyn, and help preserve local history.

22/04/2026

🕰️ The Time Traveller Discovery Trail — LAST WEEKEND!
Don’t miss out — adventure ends this Sunday!

🕵️‍♂️ CAN YOU COMPLETE ALL 10 MISSIONS?

Families have been having a blast!

🔦 Shine a torch into a hidden world
🗝 Crack codes
💰 Discover lost treasures & hidden secrets
📸 Take your mugshot — get a pic behind bars
⏱ Takes around 45–60 minutes

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kids 6–15 FREE with a paying adult (max 2 per adult)

📅 Final Dates these school holidays
• Fri 24 – Sun 26
🕥 From 10:30am (Sat 25th from 1:30pm)

Enjoy your own lunch in the courtyard or on the lawns during your visit.

Only at the Strathalbyn Museum.

19/04/2026

The Time Traveller Discovery Trail OPEN TODAY! (Sunday) until 4pm.
⚠️ Running for a limited time only — don’t miss out.

🕵️‍♂️ CAN YOU COMPLETE ALL 10 MISSIONS?

🔦 Shine a torch into a hidden world
🗝 Crack codes
💰 Discover lost treasures & hidden secrets
📸 Take your mugshot. Get a pic behind bars
⏱ Takes around 45–60 minutes
🎁 Earn an official Time Traveller badge at the end
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kids 6–15 FREE with a paying adult (max 2 per adult)

Strathalbyn National Trust Museum, 1 Rankine St Strathalbyn.

15/04/2026

🕵️‍♂️ CAN YOU COMPLETE ALL 10 MISSIONS?

The Time Traveller Discovery Trail OPENS at the Strathalbyn Museum this Friday the 17th!

🔦 Shine a torch into a hidden world
🗝 Crack codes
💰 Discover lost treasures & hidden secrets
📸 Take your mugshot. Get a pic behind bars

⏱ Takes around 45–60 minutes
🎁 Earn an official Time Traveller badge at the end

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kids 6–15 FREE with a paying adult (max 2 per adult)

⚠️ Running for a limited time only — don’t miss out

📅 April Dates
• Fri 17 – Sun 19
• Fri 24 – Sun 26
🕥 From 10:30am (Sat 25th from 1:30pm)

Become a Time Traveller — only at the Strathalbyn Museum.

Address

1 Rankine Street
Strathalbyn, SA
5255

Opening Hours

Saturday	1:30pm - 4pm
Sunday	1:30pm - 4pm

Telephone

(08) 85362656

Website

https://square.link/u/kg3yYy8o, http://www.strathmuseum.org.au/

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