WELCOME TO THE DRYSDALE COURTHOUSE MUSEUM, HOME OF THE BELLARINE HISTORICAL SOCIETYFounded in 1976, the Bellarine Historical Society operates from the Court House Museum, 11 High Street, Drysdale, 3222. The Society aims to display and preserve artefacts that are pertinent to the Bellarine Peninsula. It also provides a reference resource for local history and family histories relevant to the Bellarine. We have a large collection of local history books for sale, written by our members. We undertake family and local history research on request. Vale Chas Taylor It is with the most profound sorrow that the Bellarine Historical Society recognises the sudden passing of Chas Taylor, a long serving member of our Committee of Management. Chas was our 'go to' technology person, meticulously maintaining our computers and IT systems. He was also the curator of our extensive historical photographic collection, regularly enhancing tired old photos into exhibition quality displays. An excellent photographer himself, Chas's life ambition was to visit every country on this planet. He came close. Our sympathies go out to Suzie, his partner, and all his family and friends at this difficult time. Gone too soon. Coming Events - 5 OCTOBER: AGM, OLD COURTHOUSE MUSEUM, 12.30 PM TALK: THE SPANISH FLU EPIDEMIC, DEB SEYMOUR, 2 PM
CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS An Appeal for Volunteers to support the Courthouse Museum in Drysdale. Would you consider joining us in preserving our rich history? Why we need your help. Due to the shortage of volunteers, we are currently unable to open the museum to the public as frequently as we would like. This limits our ability to share the rich history of the Bellarine Peninsula with our community and visitors. How you can make a difference Can you spent 2 hrs from 10.30 -12 p on a Sunday to assist with Museum openings? If you are interested in volunteering or would like more information please contact Ann on 0411 248 145 for more information.
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 | Getting ThereThere is adequate car parking nearby and the bus stop is 20 metres away in High Street, Drysdale. We now have an All Abilities Ramp access at the rear door near the carpark. Opening Hours2025: We are open 10.30 to 12.30, 14 September and then on the First and Third Sunday of each month until and including 7th December.2026: to be advised.To arrange a visit at other times or submit an inquiry, email info@bellarinehistory.org |
Some of the Museum’s collection are…
Townships covered by the SocietyBarwon Heads, Mannerim, Clifton Springs, Marcus Hill, Portarlington, Moolap, Curlewis, Murradoc, St Leonards, Drysdale, Wallington, Leopold, Ocean Grove. Publications Research |  |