Museum of Education

The Museum of Education consists of two original 1880's school buildings (Pallamallawa and Dumaresq) and a post WWII portable building from the Armidale High School. A weather-shed and a pit toilet complete the ensemble. Each schoolhouse is furnished with authentic school furniture, books, teaching aids and photographs.

Address: 
Kentucky St, Armidale, NSW
Tel: 
0267736466
Hours: 
Open by appointment. Contact the University Curator (02) 6773 6466
Admission: 
Free.
Collection: 
Of special significance is the collection of early school texts and departmental publications, comprising 6000 volumes. Armidale's Museum of Education is considered to be the most comprehensive collection of educational material held in any university or public collection, and has been designated of national significance.