Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum

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Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum, Bathurst
Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum, Bathurst
Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum, Bathurst
Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum, Bathurst
Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum, Bathurst
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About

What began with one man's passion is now one of Bathurst's greatest treasures.

The Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum, located in the 1876 former school building in the heart of Bathurst's historic Town Square, is home to the Somerville Collection, the lifelong work of Warren Somerville AM.

This collection showcases some of the rarest and most exquisite specimens of mineral crystals and fossils from across the globe. With over 5,000 pieces, the collection is thoughtfully displayed to offer a deeper understanding of Earth's life development.

Among the museum's highlights is the impressive Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton, along with remarkable exhibits such as an extensive collection of amber-encased fossils and Australian opalised fossils.

Hours

Closed now

Facilities and visitor features

14 features
Accessible Tourism Limited Mobility

Reviews & Ratings

Antonino Iannella

Antonino Iannella

Google review

There are some amazing minerals here, crystals, rocks, unbelievable fossils, and two large dinosaurs. The raw minerals exhibit is informative. The gift shop has lots of things for kids. The staff ladies are nice and helpful.

Price range

From $7 To $35 per person

Where you'll be

224 Howick Street

Bathurst NSW 2795