A great way to spend a day! So much to see that you could easily go back and see new things. Hospitality was great also and our dogs loved that they were welcomed in also.

Excellent open air museum showing how people lived and worked in the area. Amazing amount of collections which are not placed behind glass but as y’all are good Aussies can be touched and seen up close. Beautiful layout, great toasties at the restaurant. Also would advise to see the film, it shows how a wilderness became a mining and agricultural landscape.

We had a wonderful day yesterday visiting the historic village Hernerton. Such a great collection of items from buildings to tractors to sewing machines. Cars medical implements and even a collection of glass eyes. We really enjoyed the stream train ride too. Really worth a visit.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Must-See Step Back in Time! I recently visited the Herberton Historic Village for the first time and was absolutely blown away. The attention to detail throughout the village is incredible – from the beautifully restored buildings to the fascinating machinery, memorabilia, and collections on display. You can really appreciate the time, cost, and dedication that must have gone into locating, preserving, and showcasing these treasures. One of my highlights was the old schoolhouse. It’s amazing to see what children were taught in the past, and it really makes you appreciate how much education (and life!) has changed over the years. The large white main house is simply stunning – lovingly restored both inside and out – and feels like stepping straight into another era. The entire township is a joy to explore, and I could have easily spent an entire day wandering from building to building, soaking in the history. My only regret is that we arrived around 2pm and only had a couple of hours before closing. My advice? Arrive early and give yourself plenty of time – there’s so much to see, you won’t want to rush. A special mention must go to Nicole, who greeted us at the entry/exit reception. Her warm personality instantly made us feel welcome, and her incredible historical knowledge added so much depth to our visit. It’s clear she is passionate about the village’s history and preserving it for future generations – she’s an absolute asset to the experience. Herberton Historic Village is a true Queensland gem, and I can’t wait to return and explore it all over again!

If I could give more stars I would This place is incredible A real walk back in time So much to see they offer a free return trip It's amazing a real credit to everyone involved My only pick..would be when old mate turns on all the cars and tractors...he doesn't say a word... a welcome..g'day or a little chat about how it all came to be would be so awesome...he just turns the machines on and walks away for a bit .... But none the less The place is awesome...food is plentiful and reasonably priced ..a must see

Amazing! Biggest musuem I have ever been to.. a lot to see and learn! Have to try the feed from the camp kitchen aswell if you go!

Herberton Historic Village exceeded all expectations. The attention to detail in the preservation and presentation of the buildings, tools, machinery, and everyday artifacts is outstanding. It’s not just a collection of old stuff – it genuinely feels like stepping back in time. Staff were passionate and knowledgeable, happy to share stories and answer questions. The blacksmith demonstration was a highlight, as was the old schoolhouse and printing press. You can easily spend several hours here, and still feel like you’ve only scratched the surface. Loved the layout – it’s spacious, well-organised, and easy to navigate. Great signage, and lots of hands-on displays. You can really see the effort and care that’s gone into keeping this history alive. The café onsite was also great – friendly service and good ice-cream to cool us down, which was a nice bonus after a few hours exploring. If you’re even remotely interested in Aussie history or just want a meaningful day out, this place is a must. Worth every cent of the entry fee. Highly recommend.

We took the tour and enjoyed it very much. As a former photographer I found the collection fascinating. It was certainly worth the trip. Museum is closed Mondays. Nice cafe next door Thad does a good line of scones, jam and cream.

Absolutely fascinating tour. Full of interesting facts and amazing trivia. Michael knows his subject very well, but does not speak in technical terms. A great way to spend an hour or two. Highly recommended.

If you are into Spy Cameras or just camera memorabilia this is a must see. Michael is an absolute passionate gentleman on everything cameras. There are things in here you won't see anywhere else!! The "old" technology from the late 1800s and early 1900s is better in some ways to the current technology. Worth the money for the full tour experience. Thanks Michael. 📸📷📽🎥📹💡

It is one of the best museums I’ve ever visited. The local photographer is very knowledgable and the collection is amazing. It is highly recommended place to visit when around the area to any photographer enthusiast and the young ones to understand the last 100 years of amazing technological changes. D, T, & SM

This was great! We did the guided tour (approx 40mins) for $25pp. Worth every cent!! The guide was extremely knowledgeable and the camera collection is out of control! A must for anyone passing through

Get the guided tour! The collection is impressive in scope alone, but the context, information, and thought-provoking commentary from Michael was definitely worth the extra money!

Great little museum with artifacts that you will never see anywhere else. Expensive entry fee, but very worth it if you're interested in anything "spy" or "camera".

This museum (entrance is free of charge) is bigger than expected and has quite a collection. Staff is super friendly. There are lots of items donated by the community which give you a good idea of the local history. I appreciated the acknowledge of the Aboriginal miners and wish there was more documented on behalf of their part of the history (overall, not just this museum). The display of the information and items of the museum felt a bit chaotic. The set up doesn't give you chronical information, but rather lots of detailed information of an item and subject and then it jumps randomly into another subject. This doesn't give you the feeling you got into the essence of the mining history of Herberton, but you know more about random items. But that's just from an outsider visitor point of view. Still, we enjoyed our time here. There are a few activities great for kids and we walked the short trail. There's a picnic area in the garden of the museum and there's enough parking space. We spend more time here than expected!

I was expecting a small museum with a bit of historical and geological information, but I was really impressed. It's a really comprehensive museum with lots of information including miniature, working models of various pieces of equipment. The community has obviously done a fantastic job preserving and curating the information. There's even some hikes around the mine to see equipment.

FREE and amazing! (Donation box) I took my 12yo B & 10yo G this morning. They weren't as excited as I was. Then Graham came over. He is one of the volunteers. He showed them a few things, explained how things worked and got them so interested that we stayed for nearly 2 hours! What an incredibly interesting place!! There is so much to see and do. Thank you Robyn & Graham for all the information you shared. * Please make sure you drop some cash in the donation box, so they can keep this wonderful place going.

Excellent intro by Pam followed by a really informative guided tour by Dan. Each of the exhibits were clearly explained. Operated by volunteers they only asked for donation which we were more than willing to make. This is only 1.1 km away from the Heritage Village and I am surprised that l was not aware of it when I visited Herberton before

What an great museum, you can tell the volunteers have such passion for the history of mining and Herberton. Pan for some tin, fun for all ages. The walks are interesting. Would highly recommend a visit and spend a few hours.

Even if you're not into mining itself this is an excellent use of a couple hours of your time. The centre is run by volunteers who are very knowledgeable and willing to assist you. Our tour was led by an ex miner who was a wealth of information on everything from the mineral collections (yes there are multiple including one world class collection). If you're in Herberton drop in and be surprised by what they can show you. Cheers and enjoy

Great museum. So much information. Lots of interactive displays. Lots of different rock samples. Run by volunteers who are super helpful and willing to share knowledge. Donation for entry really worth the time to stop and look.