Established in 2001, the Australian Institute of Country Music (AICM) is the Gympie region’s vibrant music hub, offering an exciting range of programs and services across all musical genres.
From our RockSkool program, Gusto Guitar group, Gusto Uke group and Open Mic Nights; to special events, concerts and hire of our magnificent heritage building to many local groups offering music and creative opportunities; the AICM offers something for everyone.
THE AICM BUILDING HISTORY
Completed in 1876, the AICM building was the first substantial public masonry building erected on Gympie’s goldfield, the construction of which was an important step in the evolution of Gympie from a goldfield shanty town to a permanent settlement. It is one of Gympie’s oldest extant buildings and is the third-oldest known surviving court house building in Queensland.
A World War II air raid shelter located behind the main building provides an insight into the government’s response to the threat of Japanese air raids, and its policy of providing safe shelter during an air raid that would enable government to continue to function after an attack.
By 1901, the building had outlived its usefulness as a court house and was subsequently used as the Lands Office and other state government departments. Designed by the Colonial Architect’s Office, the building is of brick construction and is typical of the earliest type of Queensland single-storey buildings; with a wide low level verandah, high, arched fanlights, and arches above rectangular doorways and windows.
26 Channon St. Gympie. Qld. 4570
Postal Address:
PO Box 994, Gympie, Qld, 4570
Phone: 0497 325 185