Description:Garrorigang Historic Home is the private home of the Hume Family. In 1857, it was called the Mulwaree Inn but known by it's aboriginal name, "Garroorigang" meaning black swan. The handsome hand pump is still over the original 30ft well outside the stables. In 1868, the stables were converted to a school for the sons of gentlemen. Over 200 students were ecucated between 1868 and 1883 including test cricketer HH Massie and General Sir Harry Chauvel, Commander of the 5th Light Horse at the famous battle of Beersheba. The home subsequently became the private home of the Hume Family, collateral descnedants of the explorer, Hamilton Hume. The antique furniture is original and there are many interesting items of Australiana of the Victorian times, including relics of the convict and bushranging eras.
Jurisdictions::Goulburn Mulwaree Council
