Blundells Cottage
The recently updated displays give an insight into the lives of the families who lived in the cottage and their experiences on the Limestone Plains from the colonial period to the time when Canberra was selected as the site for the Federal Capital and during the construction of modern Canberra. So for the first time, the museum tells the whole twentieth century story of the cottage.
Bookings are not necessary unless bringing a large family group. Bookings for schools are available on Thursdays by email.
Please note: Blundell’s is over 150 years old, which means no air-conditioning and poor ventilation. From December – March, for not only your comfort, but also for your safety and that of our volunteers, we may need to close Blundell’s Cottage. We’ll keep you updated on any closures on the NCA website.
DETAILS
OPENING HOURS
Saturdays: 10 am - 2 pm
COSTS
Free
ACCESSIBILITY
Suitable for guests with sufficient mobility to climb two or three steps, but would benefit from fixtures and fittings to aid balance.
Location
Blundells Cottage
Wendouree Drive, Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Features
Carpark
Reviews
TripAdvisor traveller rating
Ranked #111 of 216 things to do in Canberra on TripAdvisor
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“Canberra before it was the National Capital.”
Historic 1860 worker’s dwelling that was home to people when Canberra was little more than a plan, thankfully saved from demolishing to make room for Lake Burley Griffin when the local citizens...
Steve W
“A cottage from the past”
This is a historic farm.
In the past most of the farmhouses were small. Blundell’s cottage was the last farmhouse built.
A cottage tenant was taking care of this cottage.
Campbell took convicts...
Robby G C
“It's reopened!”
We were delighted to visit this historic cottage which has recently reopened after some important restoration work.
Whilst simply furnished and small you do get a real sense of what life was like in...
familyfrenzy
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