Denman and District Heritage Village
Highlights
- Explore unique artefacts like Australia's first sheep shearing machine, showcasing the region's rich agricultural history.
- Meet local volunteers who share captivating stories, enhancing your understanding of the village's heritage and culture.
- Wander through beautiful gardens and enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere, perfect for a relaxing day out.
- Arrange a morning tea with enthusiasts, adding a delightful touch to your visit at Denman and District Heritage Village.
A Museum like no other.
An extensive and unique exhibition made up of objects and artefacts donated primarily by local Jeff Wolfgang. Meet the locals for further oral history and anecdotes. Significant exhibits include the first sheep shearing machine in Australia, the oldest combustion engine in Australia and a very rare childrens penny farthing bicycle.
The philosophy of the village is for the exhibits to be genuine, informative and the experience a ‘real’ one. Volunteer staff are available to walk you through the more interesting displays and demonstrate for that extra experience.
Visitors may turn up at the door on opening days, or call ahead for bookings such as for enthusiasts groups or even arrange morning tea.
In conjunction with the Denman and District Mens Shed , volunteers have worked tirelessly to bring to fruition the dream of creating a Museum for Generations to come.
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Features
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Companion Cards are accepted.
- Staff are trained in disability awareness.
- Accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on their website (can be emailed on request).
- Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
- Website meets <a href="https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/" target="_blank">WCAG 2.0</a> accessibility standards
- Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
- Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
- A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Uses floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
- Uses non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting
- Grab rails in the bathroom
- Seating in common areas including reception area
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
- A step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
- Doorways which are easy to open and have lever handles (doorways 850mm or wider when open and not heavy).
- An accessible public toilet which is unlocked.
- A wheelchair accessible toilet / shower and change room is available.
- At least one wheelchair accessible parking space with wheelchair accessible signage clearly displayed (International standards are 3200mm wide x 2500 mm high).