In the Longreach Region of Queensland, visitors can explore a variety of food and agriculture museums that showcase the local history, culture, and industry. The Longreach Powerhouse and Historical Museum is a must-visit attraction, housing local history, stories, and artifacts. It is also the largest preserved rural generating facility in Australia, demonstrating the generation, maintenance, and distribution of electricity throughout the shire. The museum features additional exhibits such as a social history building, 1921 Swimming Baths, Nogo Cottage, various agriculture and road maintenance machinery, and a collection of commercial office equipment from 1908 to 1950, including a Blacksmith and Saddler Shed displaying tools of the trade for an engaging family experience.
Another notable museum in Longreach is the Qantas Founders Museum, an independent organization dedicated to preserving the area's history. Although not founded or run by Qantas, it showcases the airline's history from its origins in 1920 with a war-spared Avro 504 to its current status as a prominent global airline. The museum displays various artifacts, including planes, telling the extensive history of Qantas. The Airpark within the museum houses a decommissioned 747, 707, DC 3, and Super Constellation, among others. Visitors can tour some of these aircraft, with guides even offering tours atop the 747's wings for a unique experience.