Hill End has an intriguing history of boom, bust, abandonment and renewal, which has excited and prompted, visits from hopeful miners, speculators, artists and more, seeking fortunes in the striking landscape of the region.

A combination of beautiful natural landscapes and the dynamic history of villages such as Hill End, Carcoar, Sofala and Millthorpe have created a unique attraction for visual artists in the Bathurst region since 1815.

Outstanding live performing arts from Australia and the world. The centre provides an extensive annual season of entertainment for all ages encompassing all forms of the performing arts. Facilities in the Theatre and other venues within the centre are amongst the best in regional Australia and are available for hire.

 Situated in the heart of Bathurst, the Australian Fossil and Mineral Museum is the home of the internationally renowned Somerville Collection. It is housed in the 1876 Public School building which underwent major refurbishment before being fitted out with stunningly beautiful exhibitions

Chifley Home is a monument to Ben Chifley who was known as 'the man of the people'. The house reveals the domestic life of a person who was raised from humble beginnings as an engine driver on the NSW railways to the nation's most important political office in 1945 as Prime Minister during the critical period of post World War II reconstruction. He represents the 'Aussie Battler' and the will to succeed.