Heritage & Culture
DISCOVER EGMONT’S RICH NATURAL AND CULTURAL HERITAGE WITH VISITS TO THE EGMONT HERITAGE CENTRE AND THE IRIS & BILLY GRIFFITH NATURE CENTRE—EACH OFFERING UNIQUE INSIGHTS INTO THE REGION’S HISTORY, WILDLIFE, AND ECOSYSTEMS.

Egmont Heritage Centre
Step into Egmont’s rich past at the Egmont Heritage Centre, where local stories of Indigenous culture, pioneering life, and coastal industries come to life.
2 minute drive from WCWL
Highlights:
Explore exhibits featuring artifacts from the area’s logging and fishing heritage, including Depression-era glassware and antique tools.
Admire the beautifully carved totem pole by master carver Arnold Jones, welcoming visitors at the entrance.
The Centre operates on a by-donation basis and offers amenities such as restrooms and an electric vehicle charging station.
Open seasonally; please check the official website for current hours and visitor information.

Iris & Billy Griffith Nature Centre
Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Sunshine Coast at the Iris & Billy Griffith Nature Centre, where wetlands, wildlife, and eco-friendly exhibits inspire curiosity and conservation.
15 minute drive from WCWL
Open daily from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM during the summer months; admission is free.
Highlights:
Explore interactive exhibits on local ecosystems, featuring aquariums with native species and displays on sustainable building practices.
Stroll along boardwalks through the Ruby Lake Lagoon wetlands, ideal for birdwatching and spotting frogs, turtles, and other wildlife.
