Introducing Horsham
Mark Twain came here in 1896 and commented that ‘Horsham sits in a plain which is as level as a floor’. First settled in 1841, Horsham is the main commercial centre of the Wimmera. There’s little of interest here but it’s a good base for nearby Little Desert National Park and Mt Arapiles State Park. The Horsham visitor information centre (1800 633 218, 5382 1832; www.visithorsham.com.au; 20 O’Callaghan’s Pde) books accommodation.
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The Horsham Art Gallery (5382 5575; www.horsham.net.au/gallery; 80 Wilson St; admission by donation; 10am-5pm Tue-Fri, 1-4.30pm Sat & Sun) houses an impressive collection of works by significant Australian artists.
The Wool Factory (5382 0333; 134 Golf Course Rd; adult/child $5/free; 8.30am-4.30pm) is a community project providing employment and skills for people with disabilities. It produces ultrafine wool and there’s a walk-through sheep shed, café and shop. Tours run at 10.15am, 11am, 1.30pm and 2.30pm.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: transport from melbourne to mt. arapiles
by Commissioner 24 May 2011
Mt Arapiles is difficult (but not impossible) to get to without your own car. You'll need to get to Southern Cross railway station and…
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