Step back in time at Caboolture Historical Village

History buffs will have the opportunity to embark on a journey through time to a bygone era when the Caboolture Historical Village hosts a special Heritage Day. 

The whole village will come alive with reenactments, local artisans, demonstrations, hands-on workshops, music, market stalls and more when the Heritage Day is held on Sunday, August 4.

With so much to see and do, Caboolture Historical Village Events Manager Saskia Huismans says the day will be a fun and educational experience the whole family can enjoy.

“If you have ever wanted to know more about Caboolture’s rich history and what life was like all those years ago, this is your opportunity,” Saskia says.

“There will be a couple of different elements on the day for families to enjoy like lots of demonstrations, hands-on workshops for adults and kids, music, games, and more.

“In addition to all the special interest groups who call the Caboolture Historical Village home, I have also invited some other local groups to come and join in the fun and share their crafts through workshops.

“You will be able to watch different craftsmen and women demonstrate traditional skills such as quilting, lacemaking, spinning and weaving, as well as blacksmithing, just to name a few.

“These are all very niche skills, and I hope visitors will like what they do and become interested in learning too, otherwise those skills will disappear one day, which would be a real shame.

“You can also look through all the buildings, take a train ride, and discover the beauty of our old machines, tractors, plus some vintage cars and motorcycles.”

After the success of last year’s event, Saskia is once again hoping for a big turnout.

“Last year more than 1000 people came and everyone had a great time, so we hope to see lots more people here this year.”

Festival highlights

With a jam-packed program of events, activities and demonstrations, here are some highlights you won’t want to miss:

• Multiple performances throughout the village by Dance Kaleidoscope Queensland.
• Enjoy some classic Aussie songs when the Blarney Stone Celtic and Irish Folk Band play at the Hotel.
• Celebrate the spirit of bush poetry with readings by members from the North Pine Bush Poets, also at the Hotel.
• Try your hand at beating a drum when the Redcliffe Scottish Pipe-Band play at the Railway Carriage. Watch out though, as they are prone to hijacking the village train for a jam session.
• Say hello to Flash Mac, the village’s Clydesdale horse.
• Visit members from the Antique Machinery Restoration Society Inc, who will have several machines up and running for the public to see. 
• Browse the wares made by local blacksmiths.
• Marvel at the collection of porcelain dolls made by members of the Northside Doll Circle.
• Discover the art of leather crafting during a demonstration by members of the Leathercrafters Association of Queensland Inc.
• Check out the range of shiny things by Nautipunk in the Vintage Market.
• Chat to members of the Queensland Penny Farthing and Historical Cycle Club, who will be riding these classic bicycles around the village.
• Learn how to weave fabric on a loom with members of the Redcliffe Spinners Weavers and Dyers.
• Learn the intricate craft of lacemaking with the Queensland Lacemakers Guild.
• Admire the range of classic cars, tractors and machinery which will be on display.
• Rediscover the charm of traditional games like croquet, knuckles, tin can knockdown, and hopscotch.

Event snapshot

Date: Sunday, August 4

Time: 9am-3pm

Location: Caboolture Historical Village – 280 Beerburrum Rd, Caboolture

Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for children aged 6-16, and free for children under 5

How to book: Tickets can be purchased online via the Try Booking website, or on the day at the gate

Parking: Available onsite for a gold coin donation

Contact: For more information, phone 5495 4581

About the Caboolture Historical Village

With over a century of local history on display, the Caboolture Historical Village is a popular destination for locals and visitors.

Located on 12 acres of land, the village features over 70 buildings and more than 110,000 museum pieces.

It is also the home of multiple special interest groups like the Caboolture Gem Club, Caboolture Photography Club, the Antique Machinery Restoration Society, Caboolture and District Woodcrafters, Caboolture Family History Research Group, Feather Clubs Association of Queensland Inc, Homestead Country Music Club, and the Pottery Club.

For more information about the Caboolture Historical Village, visit the website or like them on Facebook.