News!
Our new mural is now in place - see below for photos
A Night at the Museum
The history of Whitewater property - Chris and David Nelan
Temporary Exhibition
Hidden artworks from our collection
See details below
Current temporary exhibition:
Featuring some of our collection of artworks which do not normally see the light of day!
Future temporary exhibitions:
March - Women's exhibition (in-house)
April - ANZAC Day - Kingston Beach RSL
A Night at the Museum
WHITEWATER, Kingston, 1906-2015
Chris Nelan (nee Pearsall) and son David share stories and photos of the Whitewater property which belonged to the Pearsall family for 109 years. The homestead was built by Solomon Baynton in 1870 from hand-made clay bricks.
Chris grew up in Kingston and enjoys researching the history of the area. David is currently CFO for the Port Arthur Historic Site Management Authority.
Wednesday 12th March 2025 at 7pm
Non-members gold coin donation. Seating is limited so bookings are essential. To reserve a seat email secretary@channelmuseum.org.au
or phone 6267 2333 during opening times (Sun to Fri 10.00am-3.00pm)
News - Mural unveiling
Our new mural on the north wall was officially unveiled on December 4th. Painted by local artist Joel Gajda, it depicts several aspects of the Channel's history. The work was funded in part by a grant from the Kingborough Council and Bunnings supplied some of the materials.