Height
4 meters
Year Built
2010
Address
East Street, Narrandera, NSW 2700
The Lowdown
The Big Guitar in Narrandera celebrates the Riverina's country music heritage and the town's connection to Australian musical traditions. This impressive guitar sculpture stands as a tribute to the bush balladeers and country musicians who have sung stories of the Australian outback for generations. Narrandera, nestled on the Murrumbidgee River, has long been a center of rural life and culture, where music has played a vital role in bringing communities together. The Big Guitar invites visitors to explore this musical heritage and perhaps strum a few chords of their own.
Did you know?
"Narrandera hosts regular country music events"
History
Narrandera has a long tradition of country music, with local halls hosting dances and musical gatherings for over a century. The Big Guitar was installed to celebrate this heritage and the role music plays in bringing rural communities together.
More Fun Facts
- •Country music has deep roots in rural Australian communities
- •Narrandera hosts regular country music events
- •The town is famous for its koala reserve
- •Narrandera means 'place of lizards' in the local Aboriginal language
- •The Murrumbidgee River provides beautiful scenery and recreation
Visiting Tips
- 💡Visit the Narrandera Koala Reserve for guaranteed koala sightings
- 💡Swim at Lake Talbot, one of NSW's best inland lakes
- 💡Explore the Tiger Moth World aviation museum
- 💡The parklands along the Murrumbidgee are perfect for picnics
- 💡Stock up on local produce at the weekly markets
Opening Hours
Outdoor sculpture accessible at all times.
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