Empire Bowling Saloon

The Empire Bowling Saloon is a historic bowling alley located in Ballarat, Victoria, Australia. It was one of several bowling saloons on the Ballarat goldfields during the 19th century. The saloon offered a form of entertainment for miners and locals, with bowling being a popular pastime. The exact type of bowling played at the Empire Bowling Saloon is unclear, but it is believed to have been either nine or ten pin bowling. The saloon was likely a simple construction, with ease and speed of construction being a priority. Today, the Empire Bowling Saloon is part of the Sovereign Hill outdoor museum, where visitors can experience what life was like during the gold rush era. The saloon offers an authentic bowling experience, allowing visitors to knock over pins as they once did during the 19th century