Paterson Historical Society

... preserving Paterson Valleys history

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Museum

Located in the former Court House (c1860s) in the village of Paterson. The building ceased to operate as a court house in 1967 and the museum opened in 1974. It is operated by the Paterson Historical Society and holds extensive collections including special displays on Dorothy MacKellar, Rev Rupp (orchids), the Tocal murder of 1874 and the only surviving double-sided Manchester Unity Independent Order of Odd Fellows banner (for more information on the banner go here).

There is a comprehensive range of publications for sale (see the Publications - Books for Sale link on the left) on the history of the Paterson valley including transcriptions of headstones for burials in St Paul’s Anglican Church.

Open from 11.00am to 3.00pm Sundays.

Meetings 7.30pm first Thursday of each month except January.

Contact: The Secretary, Paterson Historical Society, Paterson P.O. NSW 2421.