Tracing the Footsteps of
Blue Mountains' History

The Blue Mountains Historical Society was established in 1946 by the Blue Mountains Council, later moving to the historic cottage Tarella, which is now used as a museum and is open to the public on the last Sunday of each month from January to November. The Society is housed in a modern building with research rooms, library, kitchen and meeting rooms adjacent to Tarella.

HISTORICAL TARELLA COTTAGE MUSEUM

Come visit our museum, open to the public on the last Sunday of earch month from January to November

HOBBYS RESEARCH CENTRE & LIBRARY

The Research Centre’s normal opening hours are each Tuesday and Friday from 10.00am to 2.00pm from mid January to mid December

Unlock Your Home's History

Discover the stories behind your historical property with our donation-based research. Whether you’re a new owner or a history buff, we’ll help uncover the secrets of your house or building’s past.

Society Excursion – Tarana, Oberon and O’Connell

November 20, 2024 8:30 am

This excursion will visit some of the more significant small towns that played a part in the history of the western edge of the Blue

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Tarella Cottage Museum Open Day – Sunday 24 November 2024

November 24, 2024 10:00 am

Tarella House Cottage Historical Museum’s last Open Day for 2024. We usually have the open fire burning in the old kitchen so that you can

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Society Excursion – Bathurst

December 4, 2024 8:30 am

Bathurst is the first inland city to be established in the early NSW colony. Time permitting we hope to visit several places including Abercrombie House,

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Little Bo Peep Visits Katoomba for Woolfiesta

Volunteers Caring for Tarella and its Grounds – New Volunteers always Welcome

Tarella Tidings – A Brief BMHS news Update – 25 Sept. 2024

“The Other Bushrangers” – a talk by Dr Meg Foster.

Capturing the Past

Our historical photo archive is a treasure trove of visual history, encompassing snapshots of daily life, iconic landmarks, and significant events that have shaped the area over the years. Members gain access as a part of membership. 

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