The Queensland Dairy & Heritage Museum, Murgon commenced in 1986 with the support of community members and local service organisations. The Museum was a Bi-Centennial Project and was officially opened in 1988 by the late Sir Joh Bjelke-Peterson and TV Chef/Personality from the 80's...Peter Russell Clark.
The Museum was previously run by the Murgon Shire Council but with the introduction of amalgamation the volunteers made the choice to take over the running of the Museum. The volunteers have been successful in managing and maintaining what has become a valuable asset to Murgon and the South Burnett.
The first building to be relocated was the former Bank of New South Wales which was moved from Lamb Street in Murgon. This building was relocated to the Museum grounds in 1985. Items and information relating to the history of the Dairy Industry are on display and bring back memories to anyone who had connections with dairying.
The Museum is fortunate to have a magnificent Lapidary display in the Bank Building. This was donated by the family of the late Vic Rewald, Murgon.
Machinery used in the production of milk and cheese at the South Burnett Dairy Co-Op are on display downstairs. The Co-Op ceased production in 1995.
Memories of visits to the local cafe for a sundae or milkshake can be experienced when you view our cafe which is also on display downstairs.
Well worth a visit.
The Museum was previously run by the Murgon Shire Council but with the introduction of amalgamation the volunteers made the choice to take over the running of the Museum. The volunteers have been successful in managing and maintaining what has become a valuable asset to Murgon and the South Burnett.
The first building to be relocated was the former Bank of New South Wales which was moved from Lamb Street in Murgon. This building was relocated to the Museum grounds in 1985. Items and information relating to the history of the Dairy Industry are on display and bring back memories to anyone who had connections with dairying.
The Museum is fortunate to have a magnificent Lapidary display in the Bank Building. This was donated by the family of the late Vic Rewald, Murgon.
Machinery used in the production of milk and cheese at the South Burnett Dairy Co-Op are on display downstairs. The Co-Op ceased production in 1995.
Memories of visits to the local cafe for a sundae or milkshake can be experienced when you view our cafe which is also on display downstairs.
Well worth a visit.
