Heritage and History

PS Oscar W is an authentic wood fired paddle steamer based at the historic Goolwa Wharf. One of only a few of the original Murray River paddle steamers still in operatio...

Wednesday - Sunday, 11.30am - 4.30pm

Love everything automotive? Motoring history, veteran, vintage and classic cars, motorcycles and motor sports vehicles are now on show in beautiful Strathalbyn. The mus...

Built around 1872 as a Blacksmiths shop the museum displays the history of Goolwa, Currency Creek and Hindmarsh Island. A series of permanent and changing exhibitions ...

Connecting 3 separate walks around the historic Goolwa township. Walk 1 - Cadell Street (allow 50 minutes, distance 900 metres) Walk 2 - Goolwa Wharf Precinct (allow ...

Guided Riverboat Trail tours available for school and coach groups.

View the spectacular coast as you walk this easy self-guided trail. See Australia's first public railway and read the interpretive signs along one of our most beautiful...

Experience what it is like to drive a real train! One of only 7 public train driving simulators in the world has been installed in the cab of SAR diesel 351. Come and...

Take a drive along the Murray River shores to learn about the history of the river. See the majestic cliffs and follow the trail of signs. Pelicans, swans and other birds...

River Dolls of Goolwa offers two experiences for all members of the family when you visit. A display of 3000 items showcases dolls, toys, teddies, trains and other childh...

Our Mission: to create a museum to.... Collect, Catalogue, Display and Restore

The Cockle Train is one of South Australia's best kept secrets. It travels along the South Coast of the Fleurieu Peninsula, across farmlands and coastal dunes. The cool b...

The Strathalbyn & District Heritage Centre (NTSA) is housed in the original Strathalbyn Police Station built in 1858.

Strathalbyn was founded by affluent people from Scotland in 1839, who chose the Angas Valley as a special survey. Down load a map and brochure detailing their influenc...