About Back O' Bourke Exhibition Centre
The Back O' Bourke Exhibition Centre is a major visitor and cultural centre located on Kidman Way in Bourke, far north-western New South Wales. It interprets the history, environment and stories of Bourke and the surrounding outback through interactive multimedia exhibits, historic buildings and landscape displays. Notable for its focus on Darling River heritage, pastoral industry, Aboriginal culture and outback exploration, it serves as the gateway for visitors to understand the region's identity as the edge of the outback.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect an indoor interactive exhibition with multimedia displays, photographs, artefacts and stories covering Bourke's river port history, pastoral industry, Aboriginal heritage and outback legends. The centre is set in landscaped grounds on the edge of town with historic buildings, outdoor exhibits and viewing areas. Visitors can explore self-guided displays, watch short films, browse the gift shop and cafe, and join guided tours that connect the centre to the Darling River and Bourke Wharf area.
Key highlights
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Interactive multimedia exhibition telling the story of Bourke and the outback
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Displays on the Darling River as a historic inland port and paddle-steamer era
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Aboriginal cultural heritage and Ngemba connection to the river and land
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