Centenary Cottage Museum
Highlights
- Explore the Cottage Museum's rich collection of machinery and tools from a bygone era, immersing yourself in history.
- Admire Lilian Chauvel's paintings in the General Sir Harry Chauvel Gallery, celebrating one of Australia’s first female artists.
- Wander through Petrie Cottage's authentic 1860s architecture, crafted from local hardwood, showcasing a workman’s lifestyle.
- Visit Friday to Monday and connect with passionate volunteers eager to share Tenterfield's heritage and stories.
Tenterfield Centenary Cottage Museum consists of the Cottage Museum, General Sir Harry Chauvel Gallery, Petrie Pioneer Cottage and various examples of machinery and tools from a bygone era.
General Sir Harry Chauvel Gallery – Australia’s first General was born at Tabulam Station. His involvement with the Light Horse and his distinguished Army career is highlighted in the Gallery. The Gallery was built from a bequest left by his equally well-known artist sister, Lilian Chauvel. Lilian was one of Australia’s first internationally recognised female artists. Many of her paintings are also on display in the Gallery.
Petrie Cottage was originally situated at 116 Rouse Street, Tenterfield. Its two front rooms are made of local pitsaw hardwood, sassafras slab, and battens with board roof, reflecting a typical workman’s lifestyle in the 1860s.
Opening hours: The museum is run by a small group of volunteers and generally opens Friday to Monday. However, please phone ahead of your visit to confirm the opening hours for the day you wish to visit.
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Accreditations
- NSW – Local – New England High Country
- NSW – Local – Visit Tenterfield
- NSW – New England North West
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