Cooktown History Centre — Museum in Cooktown

Reviews of Cooktown History Centre

• Charles

  Added 2016.06.20

  Great little museum with the history of Captain Cook's short, forced, stay in the area.
• Timothy

  Added 2016.04.11

  Magnificent day spent there, so many interesting facts.
• Ryan

  Added 2014.04.06

  Fantastic place to visit and read about thr local regions history.
• Seth

  Added 2013.09.11

  Anyone interested in going to Cooktown should visit the museum with its story of Cook's miraculous chance to repair his Endeavor there in 1770. It includes many artefacts including an anchor, canon and good clear history and maps. There is plenty of other history to that region shown including the Aboriginal life and the gold rushes. The building itself is a converted convent with an amazing narrow stairway for the girls to use. The building almost fell into disrepair before being rescued and restored. A side collection donated includes pre decimal coins except the 1930 penny. Staff very helpful. Small shop with relevant books, souvenirs and ice cream snacks etc. A good first start on arrival and on a hot day it's air conditioned. It could benefit with a small research area to sit and examine books, maps and documents. Maybe even a few more chairs and small outdoor seating. Cafe?
• Zachary

  Added 2013.06.16

  Great display about early Cooktown. The old Convent has been lovingly restored. Very friendly and helpful staff.