The Drill Hall Emporium is a 19th century antique store in New Norfolk, southern Tasmania. New Norfolk is a classified historic town, 30 minutes north west of Hobart (33 kilometres/20 miles) in the Derwent Valley. The Drill Hall Emporium has a stunning display of high quality antiques. The extensive range of decorative and practical pieces includes copper cookware, kitchenalia, antique glass, china, silver, tableware and cutlery. The ever-changing collection of furniture includes fine English and French pieces, country oak and pine items. You can also browse the range of fine linens, rugs, and artworks. New Norfolk is known as a Mecca for antiques collectors. You can explore the town's many antique shops to discover a new treasure to add to or begin your own collection. Explore New Norfolk's historic buildings including St Matthew's Church - the oldest Anglican church in Tasmania. Call into the Bush Inn Hotel (1815), claimed to be the oldest continually licensed hotel in Australia, or visit the Old Colony Inn (1835) and the Oast House - originally the hop kilns for Tynwald Estate. The Oast House also includes a restaurant and cafe, craft market and hop museum.
