The Richmond River Historical society are a beaut bunch of people with a keen interest and insight into the happenings past of our beloved township.

Housed in the old Council Chambers building on Molesworth Street, the Lismore Museum is a true treasure trove for history buffs and tourists alike.

President of the RRHS Dr Robert Smith said that recently the society has seen more volunteers come into the fold.

“All the historical societies run things their own way with regard to their own volunteers.

“We had sufficient volunteers to cover opening the museum during weekdays and now that we have a few more on we’re able to stick our neck out to see whether the community will support us in opening the museum Saturday mornings,”

While the museum has opened in the past for special events, such as the Friendship Festival, this will be the first-ever regularly-rostered weekend opening. 

“It means that we are now open for those who work the standard five-day week — whether locals or tourists,”  

Lismore is fortunate to have a national-award winning museum that features a Bundjalung Room, an extensive display on trees and timber as well as coastal shipping. 

“Of the weekdays we close only on Thursdays. 

“Researchers may access our extensive Archives on Mondays and Wednesdays, or submit requests by email,” Dr Smith said. 

Currently, the Lismore Museum is showcasing an exhibition of larger photographs from the popular author Robbie Braithwaite’s book ‘A Stroll around the Block: Exploring Lismore CBD’s Heritage”.

Dr Smith added that the RRHS are working on their current project, ‘People who later became famous’.

“It’s about what inspired these people who grew up in Lismore, then later became famous. 

“Ron Casey, the famous TV Host and radio broadcaster, for example, grew up in Esmond Street, it’s a work in progress,” Dr Smith said. 

Lismore Museum hours:

Monday: 10.00 am – 4.00 pm

Tuesday: 10.00 am – 2.00 pm

Wednesday: 10.00 am – 4.00 pm

Thursday: CLOSED

Friday: 10.00 am – 2.00 pm

Saturday: 10.00 am – 2.00 pm NEW

Sunday: CLOSED