ArtbooksAlbert Kersten GeoCentre
Address
Postal Address
Opening Hours
Monday - Friday 10am - 5pm;Saturday & Sunday 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Admission
Adult $3.50, Concession $2.50, Under 5 free,Family $8 (2 adults and children) or $6.50 (1 adult and children)
Local residents free admission
About
The Geocentre was established in 1993 to present to visitors Broken Hill in the context of the unique geology, metallurgy, minerals and mining history of the region. The Geocentre also promotes the Earth Sciences and has on display the excellent mineral specimens held by Broken Hill city council. In 1999 Broken Hill was proclaimed 2nd city of the arts – funding was made available to extend the Geocentre – an exhibition hall is located within the museum to host travelling exhibitions and in-house exhibitions relating to the social history of the city.
Collections
The mineral specimens are all from Broken Hill, one of the premier collecting sites in the world. Many people are drawn by the 42kg silver nugget. Specimens are world class. Also on display is a “silver tree” – an epergne once owned and displayed by Charles Rasp who discovered the mineral wealth and founded the BHP Company.
Facilities
Wheelchair access, shop, lecture hall, education program, brochures available. Programs tailored to fit group needs. Guided tours of miners cottages located in the ground. Braille exhibition notes available. Small lecture room available by arrangement.
5 minutes for CBD, easy parking.
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