Batemans Bay Heritage Museum in Batemans Bay, New South Wales | Civilisation museum

Batemans Bay Heritage Museum

Locality: Batemans Bay, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 4472 1635

Address: 3 Museum Place 2536 Batemans Bay, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.batemansbayheritagemuseum.com

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25.01.2022 Its hard to believe that was almost one year ago!

23.01.2022 Who remembers singing along to the Vegemite jingle? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h5r3HAJh8es

22.01.2022 It was lovely to meet Thomas Caitlin and Benjamin who are visiting their relatives in the Bay. They popped in today to visit the Museum bookshops. So glad the Bay has provided glorious sunny weather for their holiday. Dont forget the Museum reopens Tuesday 7th July

20.01.2022 On this day.....

20.01.2022 NEW RSL EXHIBITION REMEMBERS PEACE: WWII - 75 Years Since Peace" is the latest exhibition on show in the Merimbula RSL Club’s Community Cultural Display Case. ...Installed on Wednesday 4 November in time for Remembrance Day, it looks at the dawning of peace after the six deadly, drawn out years of WWII. Co-ordinated by the Merimbula-Imlay Historical Society and curated by Angela George, it features items drawn both from the museum's own collection as well as those on loan from private individuals. These include popular Merimbulaite the late Chappie Munn's RAAF uniform. WWII - 75 Years Since Peace" will remain on show until about 21 December 2020. The Merimbula-Imlay Historical Society’s Old School Museum is located in Main Street, directly opposite the RSL Club. Although currently closed due to COVID-19, the committee are hoping to reopen its doors in the near future. #merimbulaoldschoolmuseum #oldschoolmuseum #mosm #osm #imlaydistricthistoricalsociety #idhs #merimbularsl #merimbula #remembranceday #armisticeday #remembranceday2020 #rememberthefallen #WWII #wwiihistory #wwiipeace #commemoration #memorial #lestweforget #lestweforget2020 #exhibition #museumexhibition #museum #history #SapphireCoast #begavalleyshirecouncil #bvsc

19.01.2022 Your votes will help us achieve a share of the cash on offer in the Elgas 2ec promotion. Please vote( as many times as you want) by clicking on the link, then click on our logo and the blue heart. Fingers crossed.

19.01.2022 It definitely is exciting news! Welcome Batemans Bay Lapidary Club

18.01.2022 16th JULY 1914 . . . On this day in 1914, Jack Riley, one of the men reputed as the Man From Snowy River, on whom Banjo Patersons ballad was based, is buried.... The Man From Snowy River is a bush ballad by Australian poet and writer A. B. Banjo Paterson. Paterson, who lived during Australias late colonial period and early years of Federation, was passionately nationalistic and popular among many Australians searching for their own identity separate from Britain. In 1885, Paterson began publishing his poetry in the Sydney edition of The Bulletin under the pseudonym of "The Banjo", the name of a favourite horse. Arguably, two of his best-known poems are "The Man From Snowy River and Waltzing Matilda. The Man From Snowy River, tells the story of a young stockman who, through wild and dangerous terrain, successfully chases down a valuable horse that has escaped from a station in Australias high country. Like many of Patersons ballads, it paints a rich picture of the countryside, peppered with unique Australian characters; however, the identity of Patersons expert rider has long been the subject of debate. Paterson met Irishman Jack Riley when he visited friends at Bringenbrong Station, a large property in the Upper Murray region. Riley, who lived in a basic timber hut near Tom Groggin Station, shared many stories with Paterson as they camped out overnight. One story, in particular, reputedly told by Riley, captured Patersons imagination, describing a thrilling horse chase through dangerous territory, giving rise to the scenes that would be developed in The Man From Snowy River. Riley lived a wild and exciting life as a stockman until he was in his seventies. In July 1914, his mates in Corryong received the news that Riley was seriously ill so, taking a stretcher, they attempted to carry him from his hut back to Corryong. Reaching Surveyors Creek Junction, the group sheltered overnight in a deserted mining hut, but during the night, Riley died. He was buried in Corryong Cemetery on 16 July 1914. Pictured: Jack Riley in his remote hut. Corryong Courier (Murray River)

18.01.2022 Spring has definitely sprung @batemansbayheritagemuseum. Lynda and Chris have gone potty creating some colour for our outdoor walkways and gardens! #spring2020 #amazingvolunteers #comraderie #teamwork

18.01.2022 A major new exhibition has just been launched in the Courthouse : 'At Peace - Symbolism and Ritual 1850-2020.'[ Reflecting on the curious, the significant and the ceremonial aspects of our 'last great adventure'. October 28-February 4

16.01.2022 75 years ago this Sunday it was announced that World War 2 was over, after six long gruelling years. A curated collection of stories, photos, audio files, events and first-hand accounts from veterans is available through the Australian War Memorials website: https://www.awm.gov.au/articles/blog/vp-day75

16.01.2022 So wonderful to see the children having a great time exploring the Curiosity Corner today @batemansbayheritagemuseum #holidayfun #tourism #lovethebaybb #schoolholidaysnsw #farsouthcoastnsw #batemansbay #eurobodalla #museumsarefun #visitbatemansbay

16.01.2022 Its National Science Week! 15th - 23rd August 2020 National Science Week is different this year, with many online events, virtual tours and stay-at-home science experiences. The large number of online experiences provide a great opportunity for you to tune in to events being staged all across the country. Find out more @https://www.scienceweek.net.au/

16.01.2022 Are you a Collector? During the recent bushfires, many people lost, or came close to losing, items they had collected over many years. Packing for an emergency evacuation means you cannot take everything, but risk losing everything. Accordingly, the Museum is proposing to document 50 local Collections held by individuals and organisations within the Bay and its localities. Please provide a brief description of what your collection comprises and we will consider it for pr...ofessional documentation off-site, thus creating a record of your significant memorabilia/collection. Initially, please advise the nature and size of your collection by contacting us at [email protected] We will then contact you to discuss how we may help.

15.01.2022 Coronation of Queen Victoria 28 June 1838 Diamond Jubilee June 1897... Before the 17-carriage convoy carrying the royal family and leaders of Britains dominions departed Buckingham Palace, Queen Victoria, with a touch of a button, sent an electronic message to her vast Empire. Her telegraph message would have been tailor-made for todays Twittersphere: From my heart I thank my beloved people. May God bless them. V.R. JUG Copeland and Spode Diamond Jubilee commemorative jug 1897 MEDAL The Jubilee prompted many Australian local governments to issue commemorative medals. This gilt medal features conjoined young head and veiled bust of Queen Victoria on the obverse and the Advance Australia Arms on the reverse.

15.01.2022 On this day in the year 1788

15.01.2022 28th JULY 1923 . . . On this day in 1923, construction begins on the Sydney Harbour Bridge. The Sydney Harbour Bridge connects the Sydney CBD with the North S...hore commercial and residential areas on Sydney Harbour. It is the largest steel arch bridge in the world, though not the longest, with the top of the bridge standing 134 metres above the harbour. In 1912, John Bradfield was appointed chief engineer of the bridge project, which also had to include a railway. Plans were completed in 1916, but the advent of WWI delayed implementation until 1922. Workshops were set up on Milsons Point on the North Shore where the steel was fabricated into girders. Granite for the bridges construction was quarried near Moruya. Construction of the bridge began on 28 July 1923 and took 1400 men eight years to build at a cost of 4.2 million. Sixteen lives were lost during its construction, while up to 800 families living in the path of the proposed Bridge path were relocated and their homes demolished when construction started. The Premier of New South Wales, Jack Lang, opened Sydney Harbour Bridge on 19 March 1932. https://aso.gov.au//doc/construction-sydney-harbour/clip1/ Pictured: Ceremony of turning the first sod of the northern railway approach at the site of North Sydney Station, by the Honorable R.T. Ball ... 28th July, 1923, at 3 p.m. (SARANSW)

14.01.2022 Our workshop is open tomorrow from 10 am to 2 pm at the Batemans Bay Heritage Museum. Hope to see you there!

13.01.2022 UPDATED: Some of our volunteers attended the Soldiers Club on 13,14,15 or 16 July, or have been in contact with people who either worked there or attended on those dates. As a precaution, the Museum is closed for three weeks, returning on 11 August. Should further closures be necessary, we will advise via social media and our website www.batemansbayheritagemuseum.com

12.01.2022 P A S T I M ES Newsletter of the Clyde River and Batemans Bay Historical Society Inc Issue No. 44 Winter 2020 ... Did you know you can access PASTIMES newsletters via www.batemansbayheritagemuseum.com home page Click on the tab "Behind the Scenes" then Click on" Archived Newsletters" Open-closed-Open-closed OPEN From August 11 how pleased we are to once more welcome community, and VISITORS! Weve not been idle during our virus enforced closure. Far from it. Three permanent exhibitions completely revamped and a new temporary display to open with. Check out the photos inside this edition. Better still, call in and see for yourselves!

10.01.2022 A big thank you to Greg at red kombi for his generous donation of second hand quality books. Quite a collection Greg, and we know how hard it can be to part with your much loved books. However, be assured they will each find their way to another loving owner. All proceeds of book sales help the volunteer run Museum keep our doors open. Please follow the link in our bio to our website for Museum and our bookshop opening hours. Donations of Quality second hand books are appreciated, (no periodicals magazines please) A big thanks to everyone who donates/purchases books whether it be 1 or 100! Dont forget to check out local artist Gregs website @www.redkombi.com.au or https://www.facebook.com/Redkombi/ for information on his collections. #mossypoint #batemansbay #tourismnsw #lovethebaybb #eurobodalla #communityspirit

07.01.2022 One year anniversary After hours Exhibit

07.01.2022 Museum re opening date 7th July . 1:Lining up to visit the dairy shed #moodyoldcow #dairyshed 2,3:Dr Who Time lord #bookshop #drwho ... 4:Comfy reading chair. #comfychair @batemansbayheritagemuseum See more

07.01.2022 An interesting article for anyone wanting to research their family history

06.01.2022 Mambo...Waiting for summer......No sharks please!!

06.01.2022 Museum reopening on Tuesday 11th August 10a.m. All volunteers will be wearing their face masks to help keep ourselves and others safe.

06.01.2022 Born on this day August 11 1897 Enid Mary Blyton was an English childrens writer whose books have been among the worlds best-sellers since the 1930s, selling more than 600 million copies. The museum display All About the Book incorporates Enid Blyton and several famous authors, short videos on the art of bookbinding, evolution of the book and so much more.... Visit our bio or website for opening hours. Social distancing and COVID protocol applies. Museum volunteers will be wearing their face masks. See more

05.01.2022 BATTERIES DON'T BELONG IN THE BIN | We're focussing our energy this National Recycling Week on helping residents correctly dispose of the humble househo...ld battery. Batteries should never be placed in household bins and can only be recycled through special collection points. In transport, processing and in landfill, batteries can (and have) caused fires if they leak, are compacted and/or are inadvertently heated. Drop your household batteries off for recycling, free of charge to: your local library Waste management facilities at Surf Beach, Brou and Moruya Batemans Bay Community Centre Council’s administration building in Moruya.

05.01.2022 A highlight in our geology room....

05.01.2022 17th AUGUST 1813 . . . On this day, 17th August 1813, Matthew Flinders writes to Sir Joseph Banks, outlining his reasons for suggesting New Holland be called Au...stralia after Banks disapproves of the name. Australia was previously named New Holland by the Dutch sea explorers who landed on the western coast in the early 1600s. James Cook claimed the eastern coast of the continent for England in 1770, naming it New South Wales. After the First Fleet arrived in 1788, Captain Arthur Phillip was given orders to extend the claim further west. The western half of the continent continued to be known as New Holland, and the eastern half was New South Wales. Matthew Flinders arrived in Australia on the Reliance in 1795. Shortly after his arrival in New South Wales, Flinders undertook numerous short voyages of exploration with ships surgeon George Bass, whom he had met on the Reliance. Between 1801 and 1803, Flinders circumnavigated the Australian continent, completing the charting of the coastline and proving that Terra Australis was not split into two large islands, a theory he held prior to his voyage. Flinders returned to England in 1810, and shortly thereafter wrote an account of his expeditions, "A Voyage to Terra Australis". It was in this account that Flinders proposed the name "Terra Australis" or Australia be adopted for the southern continent. However, while some in England approved of the name Flinders had selected, wealthy sponsor Sir Joseph Banks did not support his proposal. A letter from Matthew Flinders to Joseph Banks, dated 17 August 1813, stated I will not disguise, that my chagrin was no less, to learn that the term Terra Australis, as a name for New Holland and New South Wales collectively was not approved. The letter went on to explain in detail Flinders reasons for proposing the name of Australia. Ultimately, it was Governor Lachlan Macquarie who, impressed by Flinders arguments, advocated that the name Australia be adopted. https://archive.org//AVoyageToTerraAustralisVolume1/page/n9 Pictured: Captain Matthew Flinders RN by Toussaint Antoine de Chazal. Flinders Memorial. #australianhistory #Australia #sharinghistory #rtpa

04.01.2022 A few weeks ago we were recalling the glory days of going to the pictures when there were ushers and usherettes to show us to our seats. And I was reflecting ba...ck to those times and remembering too how the film would sometimes break. Im thinking back to those Saturday afternoon matinees when right in the middle of a John Wayne cowboy flick, the screen would suddenly go white and the theatre would break out with cat calls, jeers and boos. Back then projectionists changed film reels by hand and had to know how to cut and splice the footage whenever it broke. A real art. Another job thats been phased out through digital film technology. Photo shared from Pinterest See more

04.01.2022 A very unique bookshop to say the least! What are you reading right now? The museum bookshops are open Tues Wed Thursdays 10-3 for low price quality second hand books. Fiction, non fiction, Australiana, biographies, sci fi and fantasy, true crime and so much more!... Entry via rear gate. Quality second hand book donations are always welcome.

03.01.2022 Just in time for school holiday fun. Museum opening hours Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays 10am - 3pm #schoolholidaysfun #lovethebaybb #eurobodalla #batemansbay #heritagemuseum @ Batemans Bay Heritage Museum

03.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who voted for Batemans Bay Heritage Museum. Thankyou to ELGAS and Radio 2EC/Power FM for their generosity. Congratulations to all the winners.

03.01.2022 We need your help!!! Please place as many votes as you can for the Museum. Elgas Acts of Kindness is in its 4th year with station 2ec and they are giving away $12,000 to share among community, volunteer and sporting groups based from Batemans Bay to Eden... You can place your votes for the Museum by simply clicking on the picture below and look for our logo,(picture in comments) then press on the blue heart which turns red when your vote is lodged. Dont just vote once, please vote as many times as you like, to increase our chances of winning. Voting closes Monday 15th June so keep voting! Thank you in advance!

02.01.2022 Volunteers Fran and Joan hard at work cleaning artefacts for display. @ Batemans Bay Heritage Museum

02.01.2022 Volunteers morning tea to celebrate the Museums success in being awarded a substantial CBA bushfire recovery grant. This will enable us to build and outfit a much needed and long overdue maintenance workshop. A big vote of thanks to our grants submission team and the tireless efforts of our members to keep the doors open during challenging times. #lovethebaybb #tourismnsw #eurobodalla #whereourstorieslive #batemansbaynsw #museumsaustralia #cba #bushfirerecoverysupport #bushfiresnsw #farsouthcoastnsw

02.01.2022 CAN YOU HELP? Images of the VP Day Parade in Pambula in 1945. 2020 marks the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II, and Merimbula Old School Museum is cu...rrently developing a new exhibition for the Merimbula RSL Club Community Cultural Display Case to commemorate the occasion. As part of our planning, were hoping that residents have images of events that took place throughout the local district marking the end of six years of conflict, turmoil and loss. If you can help out, please flick an email through to the project curator, Angela George, on [email protected] #merimbulaoldschoolmuseum #merimbulaimlayhistoricalsociety #merimbularslclub #mosm #mihs #merimbula #sapphirecoast #begavalleyshirecouncil #begavalleyshire #bvsc #wwii #museums #history #heritage #vpday #vjday #veday

02.01.2022 Can you spare some time to volunteer @batemansbayheritagemuseum Maybe you could spare a couple of hours a week or up to 15hrs per week as we are open Tuesday Wednesday and Thursdays 10-3. The outdoor maintenance team need a handyman or two. Maybe you can help with research, admin, IT, displays, cataloguing?? To find out more please visit our bio and send an email with your details to [email protected] #lovethebaybb #eurobodalla #volunteersneeded