Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum

The Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum in Bathurst displays thousands of specimens spanning millions of years of Earth's history, including a complete dinosaur skeleton and fossils preserved in amber. The exhibition illustrates different periods of planetary development through minerals and preserved remains.

The museum occupies a Gothic-style building from 1876 that originally served as a school. Its conversion to a museum in 2011 allowed a significant private collection to be opened to the public.

The collection reflects how people have long sought to understand Earth's deep past through preserved remains. These specimens tell the story of how our planet has transformed over vast stretches of time.

The museum is straightforward to navigate with a well-organized layout that requires no special planning to get around. Clear signage and information panels throughout help you understand the different sections.

The museum holds a special collection of opalised fossils from Australia that show how minerals can preserve living creatures over millions of years. These rare specimens can be found in only a few places worldwide.

Location: New South Wales

Inception: February 10, 2011

Address: 224 Howick St, Bathurst NSW 2795

Phone: +61263382860

Website: http://somervillecollection.com.au

GPS coordinates: -33.41699,149.58067

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:45