Queenscliff Historical Museum

The Queenscliff Historical Museum is dedicated to preserving and displaying the social history of the Borough of Queenscliff since the earliest explorations and settlement in Port Phillip. From 1838 the maritime history beginning with the services offered by pilots such as George Tobin and the lighthouse keepers and signal masters such as Captain John Preston at Point Lonsdale can be retraced through the Museum's records and displays. From 1853 when the area known as Shortland's Bluff was proclaimed the township of Queenscliff these records show the development of private land ownership and municipal development.

The story of the Borough of Queenscliff is displayed through a representative selection from the Museum's collections of personal memorabilia, household artifacts, furniture, maps, photographs, documents and works of art. There is also a display of shipwreck relics recognised by Heritage Victoria. And, a special collection of clothing and textiles including hand embroidered clothes, home made toys, lace and tatting, and hats.