Trades Hall - Broken Hill, New South Wales

Trades Hall of Broken Hill

Located at 242 Blende St, Broken Hill NSW 2880, Australia, Trades Hall of Broken Hill is a historical landmark and a must-visit tourist attraction for anyone traveling in the region. Established in the early 20th century, this building holds a significant place in the history of Australia's labor union struggles.

One of the main features of Trades Hall is its wheelchair-accessible car park and entrance, making it an inclusive destination for all visitors. The hall itself houses a variety of displays and exhibits that showcase the rich history of Broken Hill and the trade union movement.

Visitors can expect an immersive and educational experience at Trades Hall. A special loop video on the history of Broken Hill and the trade union movement is a notable highlight, providing valuable context for understanding the region's development and the efforts of workers to achieve their rights. The curators of the hall also often put on informative, factual, entertaining, and fun skits or plays that bring the history to life.

With an impressive 4.5 out of 5-star rating based on 74 reviews on Google My Business, Trades Hall has clearly made a strong impression on those who have visited. Whether you are a history buff, a curious traveler, or simply looking for a unique experience, Trades Hall of Broken Hill is a special place that should not be missed.

👍 Reviews of Trades Hall

Edward L.

5/5

Wonderful history of early 20th century labour Union struggles in Australia. The curators of the hall performed a play/skit that was informative, factual, entertaining and fun

Rod Y.

5/5

Spent an hour here after anticipating five minutes. Excellent loop video on the history of Broken Hill & the trade union movement - really can’t appreciate BH without an understanding of the labour movement & their fight for the rights of workers. A special place to visit if you are in Broken Hill.

Steve D.

5/5

This was included in a 2hr walking tour from the visitors centre. Well worth checking this out…a social and industrial history of the town…and fantastic acoustics.
Our guide also enhanced the tour with many stories of the town, work and mining. Fascinating tour, gold coin donation…well worth it. Thanks Don.

Richard J.

5/5

Amazing history, a must visit!

Andrew J.

5/5

The trades hall was absolutely amazing they put on a union meeting and absolutely went out of Thier way for us tourist off the Indian Pacific for 7am in the morning awsome

Paul G.

4/5

Golf coin donation. Has a video on the trade union movement history in Broken Hill. Lots of exhibits and great interior

Dr P.

4/5

To understand the union movement's importance in Australian political history & mining specifically this is a must visit. The building & its great hall is architecturally interesting.

David H.

4/5

Interesting building visited as of train trip on Indian Pacific. Entertaining mock union meeting of miners demanding better conditions.