Loxton Historical Village
The Loxton Historical Village has an aura of old world charm. When you enter the village you will feel like you have been transported back to the late 1890's, early 1900's when the Loxton Township was just being developed. Foundations for the Loxton Historical Village were laid in 1970 when Loxton National Trust branch built a pug and pine replica of "Loxton's Hut"- there are now over 45 fully furnished buildings and sites depicting and preserving the history and way of life of early Riverland settlers. Several buildings are also home to the 1956 Murray River Flood exhibition, an amazing collection of photos showing the heartbreak and destruction of the 1956 flood.
For a glimpse of what early life was really like step back in time on "Village Alive" days, 23 March, 8 June and 12 October 2008 when a number of exhibits and machinery are operational, including the bakery, sheep shearing demonstrations, tractor parade and the blacksmith shop, with staff and volunteers wearing period clothing.
The Loxton Historical Village is the recipient of the Riverland Tourism Award for best tourist attraction in 2007,1999 and 1994.
A popular educational program for school students incorporates a practical approach with lots of hands on activities and information available on how best to use the village for study topics in the subject areas of home economics, history, society and environment, pioneer and early settlement, communications, technology changes, social communications, clothing, housing, transport and crafts.
Open seven days, the Loxton Historical Village boasts a remarkable display to interest all ages. Group bookings welcome, refreshment and souvenir sales available.
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