Pioneer Settlement – Swan Hill, Australia - Atlas Obscura

Established in 1963, the Pioneer Settlement Museum was the first outdoor museum in Australia. Comparable to Williamsburg, Virginia and other historical re-enactment towns, Australia’s Pioneer Settlement attempts to recreate a dusty, outback town of the early 1900’s.

With its 50 historic buildings, Australian saloon (complete with player piano), historic equipment, machinery and household items, it transports the visitors into the past.

Keep your eye out for the Kaiser Stereoscopic Theatre, an 1890’s 3D movie theatre.

Atlas Obscura Trips

Walking & Wine in Tasmania’s Freycinet National Park

Wind your way through Freycinet National Park and Maria Island, experiencing the wildlife, locally sourced foods, and the breathtaking beauty of Wineglass Bay.

open air museums 3d museums and collections museums

Community Contributors

Sam E

Added By

Edited by

aturner9, LittleGreenGirl

Edit this listing

Nearby

Deni Ute Muster

Brim Silo Murals

The Jade Buddha for Universal Peace