Uralla

Uralla’s pride in its heritage and love of art and antiques is clearly apparent in the abundance of wonderful antique & specialty stores, galleries and museums spread throughout the town. A wander through the shops will capture your in-terest for hours, and who knows, you may walk away with a bargain, or two. Take the time to stop for lunch, or a snack, at one of the great cafés, pubs or restaurants in the main street.

Galleries

Barking Dog Gallery
Selling the work of Australian ceramic, glass and wood art-ists, including local artists Christine Ball (ceramics) and Lindsay Dunn (wood). Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday, 10.00am-5.00pm. NSW School Holidays open 6 days, 10.00am-5.00pm (Closed Wednesdays).

Chaucer on Bridge Street
An unusual early English poetry museum and gallery. Open Friday 10.00am-4.00pm. Saturday, 9.00am-4.00pm. Sunday, 1.00pm-4.00pm.

Museums

McCrossin’s Mill Museum and Function Centre
This imposing three storey flour mill, saved from dereliction by the Uralla Historical Society, now houses exhibits of national significance, including the Thunderbolt story, as well as a Chinese Joss House and other artefacts from the goldfields. Open Monday-Friday 12.00-5.00pm. Weekends & NSW School Holidays 10.00am-5.00pm

Website: www.uhs.org.au

Hassett’s Military Museum
Many years of avid collecting by proprietor, Darcy Hassett, has resulted in a fascinating collection of military memorabilia, ranging from the Boer War to the present day. Open 7 days, 9.00am-5.00pm.

New England Brass and Iron Lace Foundry
Established in 1872, it was until recently the oldest working foundry in Australia.  Currently open Saturday and Sunday, and by appointment for groups. Contact the Visitor Information Centre to arrange access.

Specialty Shops

Burnet’s Books
A delightful haven for lovers and collectors of fine old books, prints, maps, bookplates and printed ephemera. Open every day, except Tuesday, 9.00am-6.00pm. Closed during July.

Jill’s Antiques
A treasure trove of antiques, collectables, Australiana and old wares. Open Monday-Friday, 9.00am-4.30pm. Weekends 9.00am-1.00pm.

New England Antique Emporium
Offering a selection of old phones, tools, furniture, farm machinery and much more.
Open Saturday & Sunday, 10.00am-3.00pm.

Something Special Giftware
Stocking a wide selection of gifts and homewares just right for those times when you need some-thing special. Open Monday-Friday 9.00am-5.00pm. Saturday, 9.00am-12.00.

The Sweet Place
Specialising in quality treats and old fashioned service. Open Monday-Friday, 10.00am-5.00pm. Saturday 9.00am-4.00pm & Sunday/Public Holidays 10.00am-4.00pm

The Uralla Wool Room
Carrying an extensive range of fine merino, possum fur-merino, cashmere-merino and other natu-ral fibre garments and accessories for men, women and children. Open Monday-Friday, 9.00am-5.00pm. Saturday, 9.00am-4.00pm. Sunday, 10.00-4.00pm.

Captain Thunderbolt

Thunderbolt’s Grave
Located in Uralla’s Pioneer Cemetery, this headstone was erected by residents of Uralla as a memorial to Captain Thunderbolt, however, it is now shrouded in controversy as debate continues over who is actually buried in the grave ... or whether anyone is buried there at all!

Thunderbolt’s Statue
Found casting his steely gaze over Uralla’s main street, this life size statue of Captain Thunderbolt was produced as a Bicentennial project and designed and cast by sculptor, Denis Adams. It was unveiled with much pomp and ceremony in 1988.

Constable Walker Memorial Plaque
Sitting quietly a few metres East of Thunderbolt’s Statue, this often over-looked memorial was produced in 1970, at the time of the centenary of the death of Captain Thunderbolt, and com-memorates the bravery of Constable Walker.

Heritage Walk

Many visitors to Uralla comment on the charm of the town, something largely attributable to the wide range of architectural styles found around its streets. A Heritage Walk has been developed to showcase many of these charming buildings and to tell their stories. Collect your free copy from the Visitor Information Centre.

Rock Hunter’s Rendezvous

On permanent display at the Visitor Information centre is a remarkable collection of minerals and gemstones. Collected over many years by local resident and rock hunter extraordinaire, the late Harry Wooldridge, the exhibit contains many fine examples of local gemstones and minerals, as well as ones from much further afield.