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Cobb 100: Celebrating the Centenary of Cobb & Co.’s final journey
All ages
Immerse yourself in Queensland’s rich history during our centenary celebrations of Cobb & Co.’s final journey.
This significant event commemorates the last run of a Cobb & Co. Coach, a historical moment on 14 August, 1924, when the era of horse-drawn coaches gave way to modern technologies like motor vehicles, air mail services, and railways.
Join us from 14 – 17 August, for a four-day celebration where Cobb & Co. history comes alive. From live demonstrations to expert talks, there is something for all ages to enjoy and celebrate.
*Entry is free for residents of the Toowoomba Regional Council.
Event program
All-day activities | 9:00am - 4:00pm
Blacksmithing
Witness Australian Champion Blacksmith Terry Drennan at work.
Cobb & Co. Coach restoration project
See Queensland Museum Factory Manager Andrew MacDonald in action.
Theatrical performances
Enjoy Natalie Cowling's portrayal of Miss Millie Allot, a Governess aboard a Cobb & Co. coach.
Harness making
Learn from Churchill Fellow Bob Edwards, a master harness maker and champion coach driver.
Leather plaiting
With four-time Dame Mary Durack Award Winner Bill Webb. Plus, have a go yourself.
Wagon wheel weaving
Catch weaving demonstrations with Joy Cook from Toowoomba Spinners, Weavers and Dyers Group.
Signwriting
See Wayne Ogden from Oggy’s Airbrushing and Kustom Paint hand-paint a bespoke Cobb 100 sign plus, try your hand at pinstriping.
Costume experience
Dress in Cobb & Co era costumes and sit in the replica Cobb & Co. Coach from the Royal Bull’s Head Inn.
Postcard station
Write and send a commemorative Cobb & Co. postcard.
Wheelwrighting
Observe Kerry Riehl's wheel-making and repairing skills and catch scheduled tyring sessions.
Bookbinding
Discover bookbinding techniques with the Queensland Bookbinders Guild.
Exhibitions and galleries
Explore the National Carriage Collection, Split, Sawn & Shaped, The Bolton Film Collection and the National Carriage Factory.
Daily timed sessions
Wednesday 14 August
10:30am & 1:30pm: Tyring Demonstration with Kerry Riehl
11:00am & 1:00pm: Cobb 100 Floor Talk with Curator Amy Goldston
11:30am: Sing Australia choir
12:00pm & 2:00pm: Bush Poetry with Marion Fitzgerald and Peter Frazer
12:30pm: Historical Walking Tour with Paul Herbert from Toowoomba Walking Trails
2:30pm: Guided Tour with Queensland Museum Cobb+Co staff
Thursday 15 August
10:30am: Tyring Demonstration with Kerry Riehl
11:00am & 1:00pm: Cobb 100 Floor Talk with Curator Amy Goldston
1:30pm: Bush Poetry with Marion Fitzgerald and Peter Frazer
2:30pm: Guided Tour with Queensland Museum Cobb+Co staff
Friday 16 August
10:30am & 12:30pm: Bush Poetry with Marion Fitzgerald and Peter Frazer
11:00am & 1:00pm: Cobb 100 Floor Talk with Curator Amy Goldston
11:30am: Tyring Demonstration with Kerry Riehl
2:30pm: Guided Tour with Queensland Museum Cobb+Co staff
Saturday 17 August
9:30am & 11:00am: Historical Walking Tour with Paul Herbert from Toowoomba Walking Trails
10:30am & 1:30pm: Tyring Demonstration with wheelwright Kerry Riehl
11:00am & 1:00pm: Cobb 100 Floor Talk with Curator Amy Goldston
11:30am & 2:00pm: Bush Poetry with Marion Fitzgerald and Peter Frazer
2:30pm: Guided Tour with Queensland Museum Cobb+Co staff
*Program correct at time of publishing.
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National Carriage Collection
Experience Australia's finest collection of horse-drawn vehicles in the National Carriage Collection at Queensland Museum Cobb+Co.
Wheelwrighting
Make a complete 12 spoke wagon wheel in this workshop with wheelwright Kerry Riehl.