An eclectic collection of interesting historical artifacts housed in an extensive building, formerly an Indoor Sports Centre.
The main theme of the display is heritage aviation, particularly Douglas…
An eclectic collection of interesting historical artifacts housed in an extensive building, formerly an Indoor Sports Centre.
The main theme of the display is heritage aviation, particularly Douglas Sloane's 1912 biplane and heritage agricultural, which includes some unique equipment and a number of exquisitely restored horse-operated and horse-drawn vehicles and machinery. However the collection is much more extensive and includes a display of rocks collected from all round the world by local pharmacist Dean Briggs. There is a display of period furniture and clothing, Linotype machinery and printing press which were used to publish the local paper. This is complemented by office machinery from the past .
There is something for everyone. For the children there is a superb Lego display and other early toys. To bring back distant memories there the dentist chair and medical display, colloquially referred to as the "Torture Chamber." The Blacksmith's Shop features its ghostly occupant. The Match Box Display provides merely a sample of Dicky Twigg's life-long hobby.
The Museum also has its own Cinema where films from earlier times are on show.
It is recommended that visitors allow themselves plenty of time to take in the full display.
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
Have accessible seating areas in theatrette
Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked
Have doorways which are easy to open and have lever handles (doorways 850mm or wider when open and not heavy)
Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints
Offer multiple options for booking - web, email, phone
Provide seating in common areas including reception area
Use floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
Use Plain English / easy read signage and information (includes menus and emergency information)
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
