Calliope River Historical Village

Calliope River Historical Village is an open-air heritage museum on the banks of the Calliope River at River Ranch, about 20 km southwest of Gladstone, Queensland. Operated by the Port Curtis Historical Society, it preserves and displays a collection of relocated historic buildings from the Gladstone and Calliope district dating from the late 19th to mid-20th century, offering insight into pioneer life in Central Queensland.

Visitors can expect an open-air village setting beside the Calliope River with a collection of relocated timber heritage buildings including a school, church, homestead, railway station and sheds. Interiors are furnished with period artefacts, machinery, photographs and domestic items. Paths connect buildings across grassed grounds with river views. Exploration is self-guided with volunteer guides available, focused on local pioneer history and rural life.