Wollongong Museum Trail
Highlights
- Explore diverse museums showcasing Illawarra's rich history, revealing stories of social, industrial, and environmental heritage.
- Visit the Illawarra Light Railway Museum to experience the nostalgia of vintage trains in a unique setting.
- Discover the HARS Aviation Museum and marvel at incredible aircraft, offering a glimpse into Australia's aviation history.
- Enjoy family-friendly facilities at Wollongong's museums, making it a perfect outing for all ages.
Take a journey into the Illawarra’s past on the Wollongong Museum Trail.
Wollongong is home to a diverse range of museums that highlight all aspects of the region’s history and more:
Illawarra Museum Wollongong – Shellharbour City Museum – Black Diamond Heritage Centre Bulli – Illawarra Light Railway Museum – Australian Motorlife Museum – HARS Aviation Museum
Their museums all open on the second Sunday of the month, so why not hit the road to find out more about our social, industrial and environmental heritage?
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