Hobsons Shops facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Hobsons Shops
Heritage boundaries
Location	75 Herbert Street, Gulgong, Mid-Western Regional Council, New South Wales, Australia
New South Wales Heritage Register
Official name: Hobsons Shops Golden West Trading Post
Type	state heritage (built)
Designated	2 April 1999
Reference no.	402
Type	Shop
Category	Retail and Wholesale
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Hobsons Shops is a special old building in Gulgong, New South Wales, Australia. It's located at 75 Herbert Street. This building is important because it's listed on the New South Wales State Heritage Register. This means it's officially recognized and protected for its historical value. It was added to this list on April 2, 1999.

What is Hobsons Shops?

Hobsons Shops is actually made up of two shop buildings. They were built a long time ago, around the year 1880. You can find them on the corner of Herbert Street and Bayly Street in Gulgong.

A Look at Its Past

For many years, this building was home to a business called the Golden West Trading Post. This shop sold "old wares," which means antique items or second-hand goods. Because of its history and unique style, the building was given a special protection order in 1985. This order helps make sure the building stays safe and doesn't get changed too much. Sometimes, people still call it by its old name, the Golden West Trading Post.

Why is Hobsons Shops Important?

Hobsons Shops is considered a "heritage-listed" site. This means it has historical importance to the state of New South Wales. Buildings like this help us remember what life was like in the past. They show us how towns grew and how people used to live and work.

Protecting History

Being on the New South Wales State Heritage Register means the building is protected by law. This ensures that future generations can also see and learn from this piece of history. It helps keep the unique character of places like Gulgong alive.