Like very many of the other recommended tourist attractions, the Journal and Museum were closed due to the covid pandemic when we were in Ashcroft. We learned that this building is the only brick-faced one in town. It is the present-day home to the Journal as well as the Museum. Not only are these building sitting side-by-side on 4th and Brink Streets but they are made from very different materials: one is brick and the other, Spanish stucco. I hope to return one day to see inside of the Museum and learn more about Ashcroft's place in the history of the region.

On a very hot day! We were a party of seniors visiting. A lovely museum with welcoming staff and volunteers. The cafe has sandwiches and yummy cakes. We recommend sausage sandwiches and cheese scones.Get there early as the scones were all gone at 3pm. Don't miss the Pefab and chapel with music of the era. The chapel is a good place to cool off. Lots of seats around and picnic tables near the entrance. The introduction exhibition is great for all ages. Pick up a map and check it out if you have limited walking as we are.