Slim Dusty Centre

Located in Slim Dusty’s home town of Kempsey, the Slim Dusty Centre is a multi-purpose facility that offers:

  • Kempsey Visitor Information Centre
  • a retail shop
  • a cafe
  • the Nulla Nulla Art Gallery
  • the famous Slim Dusty Museum
  • Nulla the Koala, from the Hello Koalas sculpture trail.

The museum exhibition features objects and images from the Kirkpatrick family’s own archive, as well as contributions from fans and friends all over the world.

Visually rich and astonishingly varied, the display offers insights into the amazing lives of Slim, Joy and their family and mates, touring the towns and villages of Australia’s outback. You can get a close-up look at ‘Old Purple’ and Slim and Joy’s last touring caravan.

Be sure to try our specially formulated Homewood coffee blend, selected by Slim’s family, and delicious treats from Dusty’s Dinner Camp Café.

We can’t wait to welcome you to the Slim Dusty Centre. Drop in and say g’day!

The Slim Dusty Centre is managed by Kempsey Shire Council.

Booking the Slim Dusty Centre

The Slim Dusty Centre has a range of spaces available for hire, specialising in corporate events and functions.

Offering professional and friendly service, the Slim Dusty Centre sits just outside of Kempsey, conveniently located just off the highway in between Port Macquarie and Coffs Harbour on the Mid North Coast.

The centre offers ample parking, accessible services, wide open spaced outdoor areas and catering services, all set within a relaxed and modern country music atmosphere. The centre also hosts the famous Slim Dusty Museum, gift shop, art gallery, cafe and visitor information services to add to your experience.

If you are interested in booking the centre, please complete the Slim Dusty Centre - venue hire enquiry form. Once submitted, a member of our team will be in touch to discuss your event needs.

COVID-19 update

The Slim Dusty Centre reopened on Saturday 1 December. Opening hours are:

  • Tuesday to Saturday - 10am to 4pm
  • Sunday - 10am to 2pm 
  • Monday and public holidays - closed.

Visitors will be required to comply with any current COVID-19 restrictions.

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