National Heritage Listing The Beechworth Historic Precinct (including the Old Beechworth Gaol) is part of Australia's National Heritage List.
Burke Museum The award-winning Burke Museum is a central hub for Indigo’s cultural and historic legacy.
Historic Courthouse For 131 years the heritage-listed Beechworth Courthouse was the scene of many trials and hearings.
Telegraph Station Experience the historical importance of the volunteer-run Telegraph Station, a vital regional communications hub for Morse Code in the pre-internet era.
Town Hall The 1859 Town Hall once served as a fire station, police station, courthouse, and public hall. Currently a Visitor Information Center, it offers daily tours and entry tickets.
Walking Tours Did you know Indigo Shire’s residents can join a guided walking tour of Beechworth for free?
Education Program Our historic collections and buildings are a valuable teaching resource and Historic Precinct staff work closely with schools to provide fun and engaging curriculum-based education programs.
Exhibitions and Events Explore diverse exhibitions at the Burke Museum showcasing 19th century natural history displays to the award-winning People of Beechworth Exhibition.
Collections The Burke Museum has one of the oldest collections in Australia. Indigo Shire residents can visit this national treasure-trove for free any time or check out our ever-growing online collection.
Research Researching a family tree? University thesis? Writing a book? Or just interested in a particular aspect of local history? Contact the Burke’s research team!
The Police Paddocks The Beechworth Police Paddocks is a significant site that forms part of the Historic Precinct.
Sub-Treasury Building Activation Pilot Indigo Shire is calling for Expressions of Interest for the creative activation of the Sub-Treasury Building in the Beechworth Historic Precinct.