Outer Barcoo Interpretation Centre

12 Saint Mary Street, Isisford, QLD

A museum depicting the evolution of nature from 100 million years ago to the present. The feature attraction is a life-sized replica model of Isisfordia Duncani, who lived around 98 million years ago and was the evolutionary ancestor of all crocodilians that live on earth today. There are displays of local fauna, flora, reptiles, birds and fossils that have lived in this region and general history of the Isisford area.

The Bulldog fish was also found in the area dating back 100 million years ago. There are displays of local fauna, flora, reptiles, birds and fossils that have lived in this region, as well as the formation of the Great Artesian Basin and general history of the Isisford area. An audio-visual presentation portrays life in the Isisford area since settlement. The film depicts Isisford as being ‘the middle of everywhere’.

Facilities found here:

CafeCarparkCoach ParkingConference/Convention FacilitiesFamily FriendlyFood and RefreshmentsInterpretive CentrePicnic AreaPublic ToiletWalksFamilyHistory & HeritageExperience is free

Accessibility Information

  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
  • Have step free outdoor pathways (includes picnic areas, barbecues and shelters)
  • Have a step free main entrance to the building and/or reception area (includes ramps or slopes with a maximum gradient of 1:14, otherwise are too steep for wheelchairs)
  • Have step free access to restaurant, lounge and bar
  • Have accessible seating areas in theatrette
  • Have an accessible public toilet which is unlocked
  • Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
  • Use floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth