Wonthaggi & District Historical Society is an incorporated, not for profit organization founded in 1959. It is the custodian of the town and district’s mining, social and cultural heritage. Local newspapers, documents and manuscripts, photographs, maps, local histories, oral histories and objects all make up our archives. The historic, former Wonthaggi railway station building is both a museum and home to the society.
The Museum
The Plod
About the Society
News and Events
Next Meeting and AGM
The AGM will be held at the Railway Museum on Thursday 15th February 2024.
Book Launch
“Aspects of Wonthaggi History Through Street and Place Names” – Sam Gatto
Garage Sale
Garage Sale at the Railway Station Museum, Saturday 16th December 10am to 2pm.
15 Minutes of History – 2024 timetable
15 Mins of History Talks back for 2024, Starts 6th January
Plod essay October 2023
Wonthaggi war experiences
Annual Memorial Dinner
Our Annual Memorial Dinner to celebrate “FROM WONTHAGGI TECH/HIGH TO ….?” Friday 24th November 2023 at 6.oopm