Stawell Historical Society and Museum
Highlights
- Explore the rich history of Stawell from the gold rush era in the charming Pleasant Creek Courthouse.
- Engage with passionate volunteers who share captivating stories and insights about local heritage and industry.
- Discover a treasure trove of photographs and historic items that bring the past to life for all ages.
- Enjoy convenient facilities including car parking and family-friendly amenities for a comfortable visit.
Museum and Research Centre housed in the old Pleasant Creek Courthouse. Showcasing the history of Stawell and District from the original discovery of gold in 1853 to the present day.
For those keen on heritage, history, buildings and people this presents an ideal place to visit and view photographs, historic items, stories of the gold rush, industry, schools and business from the day with the benefit of assistance and interesting stories from their experienced and passionate volunteers.
They are pleased to announce that if you are planning on bringing a Coach Tour to the area, they can provide a hosted tour highlighting the heritage and history of their town. Please call or email to discuss further.
Images and Video
Accreditations
- Australian Museums and Galleries Association
- National Trust
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Visitor Information Centre
Features
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- 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)
- Staff are trained in communicating with people with learning or behavioural challenges.
- Uses Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
- A quiet space is available at the venue/ facility.
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)
- 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).
Physical – High support needs
Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
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