The Historical Society of Mareeba
To conserve, preserve and make publically available the history of the greater Mareeba area.
Photos, maps, genealogy, business history and more!
Years of Historical Society
Founded July 28, 1993, our first meeting attracted just 13 people with apologies from four others…
Search & Protect
Our aim was to seek out, preserve & conserve the history of all areas encompassed by the original Mareeba Shire as well as neighbouring towns & shires.
We are a not-for-profit, self-funded autonomous organisation. Our members work hard to raise funds so we can continue our historic work BUT WE NEED YOUR HELP: Donate Today!
Our Mission
We strive to preserve the history of our region while also making this history available to the general public.
100% of Member Fees Fund Our Preservation Work
Join us in preserving the rich history of the Mareeba Shire for all future generations to enjoy.
Our Notice Board
News, Events & Meetings
AGM 2024
Sorry to do this but due to a series of snfus, I can't advertise that our AGM is on Sat 28 September at 10.00am at our rooms in 100 Park. Please join and help us record, preserve and look after Mareeba Shire's wonderful history. Looking forward to seeing you on...
Mareeba Markets: Oct 2024
Mareeba Markets on once more at 100 Park, Mareeba Saturday 12th October from early till noon. The Society is having another of their FREEBIE table. Everything on this table is FREE. Otherwise the rest of the books are still going very cheap, as usual. Callin and have...
Mareeba Markets: Nov 2024
Hello All, Markets on this coming Saturday and as usual lots to see, buy, eat and enjoy. Besides the Society's usual stalls there will be an ICE CREAM stall. I'm really looking forward to that! So we will have Salvo's frozen Southern Indian food, ready to take away...
How You Can Help
Getting Involved
Become a Member
We have members from all over the world, not just from Mareeba but also from Cairns, Canberra, New South Wales, South Australia, England, Austria & Canada!
Share Information or Memorabilia
We are always looking to know more or to add to our collection of priceless historic items. If you have old photos, documents or any memorabilia relating to the greater Mareeba Shire, we would love to know!
Make a Donation
We are a non-profit organisation so we rely on community donations & government grants to keep us going.
