Research, collect, document and publish local history to make this information available to the public. Established 1984 as Local History Resource Centre. Amalgamated with Mallee Genealogical Society 2008.
Collection, Storage and recording of local history items. (Records and Equipment. We take pride in our historical homestead, the vintage machinery collection and the museum.
The Society has a collection of memorabilia, photographs and written records relevant to the history and development of the district. The largest project has been to create a wall of honour, photos of the original settlers and their wives, along with many of those who set up the township.
[caption id="attachment_2489" align="alignnone" width="792"] Former Red Cliffs Courthouse and home to Red Cliffs & District Historical Society[/caption]Profile Image: Big Lizzie, an icon of Red Cliffs. Read more about the history of Big Lizzie.
Local history repository – research done for family history
36 King St, Rainbow 3424 &9 Federal St. Rainbow 3424(Doll Museum)
The Chaffey Trail – Trace the story with a self guided tour of key heritage sites and buildings of the region.
The Chaffey story begins with a wonderful interpretation and film about the Chaffey brothers at the centre.
You are invited to view the informative video production of the “Chaffey Trail” in the theatrette, detailing the history of irrigation in the region and the Chaffey brothers.
Open 7 days showing every half hour commencing at 9.30am with the last film screening at 4.30pm.