Southern Mallee in South Australia boasts several museums showcasing the region's rich history, culture, and natural environment. The Mallee Tourist and Heritage Centre in Pinnaroo presents various displays offering an educational and historical perspective on life in the area. Highlights include the Letterpress Printing Museum with working printing presses and the Gum Family Collection featuring restored stationary engines, tractors, and a panoramic Mallee mural.
It houses one of Australia's largest collections of pioneering history, including horse-drawn vehicles, pioneer homesteads, a church, hall, blacksmith shop, chemist, state school, and gaols.
Managed by the Lameroo & District Historical Society, the Lameroo Craft and Heritage Centre is located in a former 1911 shop and dwelling. It showcases a replica early community hall, Lutheran chapel, post office, bank, and shops, along with collections related to blacksmithing, farming, and small-town life.
These museums offer a captivating glimpse into the history and culture of Southern Mallee, allowing visitors to experience life before email, witness the evolution of farming and printing techniques, and immerse themselves in the region's distinctive ambiance.