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Nature's Powerhouse, Cooktown
Sitting amongst 62 hectares of the Cooktown Botanic Gardens, the Cooktown Interpretive Centre: Nature’s Powerhouse is home to a treasured collection of botanical illustrations of the flowering plants of the Endeavour River by internationally-recognised artist Vera Scarth-Johnson.
It also houses a remarkable exhibition of Cape York wildlife, inspired by local environmentalist Charlie Tanner and designed by the Queensland Museum. The complex is part of the Queensland Heritage Trails Network, and is a "must see" attraction when visiting Cooktown.
Nestled in the sprawling Cooktown Botanic Gardens, the Cooktown Interpretive Centre: Nature’s Powerhouse encourages visitors to appreciate and protect the unique local environment.
Established in 1878, three years after the colonists arrived at Cook’s Town to make their fortune on the Palmer goldfield, these botanic gardens are the second oldest and the most northerly in Queensland. Initially proposed to create employment for prisoners, the colourful flowers and tropical foliage of European, native and exotic plants provide a welcome respite for travellers. Two pleasant walks lead to swimming beaches at Finch Bay and Cherry Tree Bays.Places to see in Queensland
It also houses a remarkable exhibition of Cape York wildlife, inspired by local environmentalist Charlie Tanner and designed by the Queensland Museum. The complex is part of the Queensland Heritage Trails Network, and is a "must see" attraction when visiting Cooktown.
Nestled in the sprawling Cooktown Botanic Gardens, the Cooktown Interpretive Centre: Nature’s Powerhouse encourages visitors to appreciate and protect the unique local environment.
Established in 1878, three years after the colonists arrived at Cook’s Town to make their fortune on the Palmer goldfield, these botanic gardens are the second oldest and the most northerly in Queensland. Initially proposed to create employment for prisoners, the colourful flowers and tropical foliage of European, native and exotic plants provide a welcome respite for travellers. Two pleasant walks lead to swimming beaches at Finch Bay and Cherry Tree Bays.Places to see in Queensland
