Thames Museum
The collection features articles from early Thames including a unique display of handcrafted kauri models of heritage buildings. Other displays include artifacts from forestry work, kauri gum extraction, gold mining and the heavy industries associated with it, pioneer-era Thames newspapers, photographers and domestic life.
New displays are being planned for a Maori Taonga Gallery and Thames timeline.
Contact Details
503 Cochrane St, Grahamstown THAMES 3500
64-7-868 8509
www.thameshistoricalmuseum.weebly.com
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Visitor Information
Corner of Pollen and Cochrane Streets, Grahamstown, Thames. North end of Pollen Street.
Monday to Saturday: 10am to 1pm Other Times by Appointment
Adult $5.00 Child $2.00 Family - school-age children accompanied by 2 adults $10.00 Groups welcome School Groups $2.00 per person, including adults. Current members: No charge
Facilities
Function space
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Parking
Reference library
Toilets
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