A local history grant from the state government will help the Wimmera Mallee Pioneer Museum assess the significance of its collection.
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The Jeparit museum holds one of Victoria's largest collections of vintage tractors and an extensive catalogue of other agriculture and household exhibits from the region.
In its 50th year, the museum remains an important depository of local history, with the significance assessment set to guide priorities for displays and restoration projects.
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Hindmarsh Shire mayor Ron Ismay said the museum's extensive collection is important to Jeparit and the local area.
"We look forward to assessing the collection's broader significance and gaining a greater understanding of the importance the collection holds in Victorian and Australian heritage," Cr Ismay said.
The museum reopened in mid-November following months of coronavirus enforced closure.
It is open to the public on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10am to 3pm and on Saturday and Sunday from 1pm to 4.30pm.
For more information, contact tourism and economic development officer Jeff Woodward on 5391 4444.
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