Mill Cottage Museum: A Step Back in Time
Discover Port Lincoln's heritage at Mill Cottage Museum, a charming pioneer home filled with local history and family treasures in Flinders Park.
Explore the history of Port Lincoln at Mill Cottage Museum, housed in an 1866 pioneer home in Flinders Park. Discover artifacts, photographs, and stories of early settlers and the Bishop family, who lived here for nearly a century.
A brief summary to Mill Cottage Museum
- 10-24 Flinders Hwy, Port Lincoln, South Australia, 5606, AU
- Visit website
- Wednesday 10 am-2 pm
- Sunday 2 pm-4 pm
Local tips
- Visit on a Wednesday or Sunday when the museum is open to explore the exhibits and grounds.
- Check the museum's schedule for special events and exhibitions to enhance your visit.
- Allow at least an hour to fully appreciate the museum's collections and learn about the local history.
Getting There
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Walking
From the Port Lincoln Visitor Information Centre on Tasman Terrace, walk southwest along Tasman Terrace, then turn left onto Flinders Highway. Continue on Flinders Highway for approximately 1.5km. Mill Cottage Museum will be on your right, within Flinders Park. The walk is approximately 20 minutes.
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Public Transport
The Dial-a-Ride bus service operates in Port Lincoln and can be booked for transport to Flinders Park. Contact the service at least 30 minutes prior to your desired departure. The bus will drop you off near the entrance to Flinders Park, a short walk to Mill Cottage Museum. A single fare is approximately $6.00 for adults and $3.00 for children.
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Driving
From the center of Port Lincoln, head north on Lincoln Highway (A1). Take the exit toward Flinders Highway (B100) and follow it for about 2 kilometers. Mill Cottage Museum is located at 10-24 Flinders Hwy, on the left side of the road, within Flinders Park. There is free parking available on-site.
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