The Parkes Region in New South Wales is home to two notable automotive museums that showcase the history and evolution of cars and transportation. Parkes Motor Museum, located in the heart of Parkes, features a private collection of classic and vintage cars, along with over 1000 motoring-related items, including a millinery display that adds a touch of glamour. Visitors typically spend between 5 to 20 minutes exploring the collection.
Kevin 'Buzz' Bursill's Transport Museum Parkes houses one of Australia's most extensive private collections of vintage cars, including an 1894 wagonette. The museum comprises three large sheds with red-dirt floors filled with automotive paraphernalia and various commercial vehicles like a 1924 Ricketts, previously used for milk deliveries in Sydney. Additionally, the museum showcases horse-drawn vehicles, engines, motorcycles, and bakeries.
Both museums are popular attractions in the Parkes Region, providing visitors with a glimpse into the history of transportation. They offer an educational and entertaining experience, highlighting the rich heritage and evolution of cars and other modes of transport.