If you only have an hour or two in Morpeth, NSW, you can still get a lovely taste of its heritage and riverside charm. Here are a few highlights to fit a short visit: With everything clustered close together, you can easily enjoy a relaxed hour or two without feeling rushed while soaking up Morpeth’s rich colonial atmosphere.

Morpeth Museum’s mission is ‘to collect, preserve and interpret the history of Morpeth and district for future generations'. Located at the historic Courthouse, Morpeth Museum is home to a range of exhibitions and displays, which range from family history to specific industries and the modern perspective. The exhibitions change as new and exciting historical elements are discovered or restored and an exhibition catalogue is available for purchase at the museum.

See the sights of Newcastle working harbour with commentary