Close up of hands punching patterns into leather using original tools

The Saddlery


Opens 27 May 

All ages

Queensland Museum Cobb+Co

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Delve into the timeless craft of saddle making, from traditional hand-stitching techniques to the modern manufacturing methods shaping the industry today.
This new exhibition offers a rare opportunity to explore the original tools, processes, and evolving technologies behind this time-honoured trade.
 
Explore over 30 original hand tools and enjoy a documentary-style film featuring personal stories from master saddler Bob Edwards and the enduring, family-owned Toowoomba Saddlery. 
 
Discover the skill, dedication, and heritage that continue to shape the craft through historical objects and personal insights.
 
Queensland Museum Cobb+Co is grateful to Garth and Sandra Delbridge for their generous support of this project.

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