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“Explore the human histories of our oceans and rivers.”
Climb aboard a full-scale copy of a sailing ketch at the South Australian Maritime Museum. Take the helm, listen to the seagulls wheeling towards the shore ahead of the approaching storm, touch the ropes and smell the tar and salt sea air. In the basement, experience the conditions under which early settlers sailed out from Europe. Look at the sun, sea and surf antics of yesteryear in the interactive exhibition.
The magnificent Bond Stores in Lipson Street, built in 1850, act as the museum's main gallery. Just a short walk away, you’ll find the Lighthouse, built in 1869. Climb the spiral stairs and view Port Adelaide, the Adelaide Plains and the Mount Lofty Ranges. Not 100 metres from the Lighthouse, see the museum's floating vessels, the Steam Tug Yelta, our last working steam tug, and the historic police launch, Archie Badenoch.
Struggling for things to do with a young cousin tourist who doesn't drink wine like I do and an impending wedding we visited the SA maritime museum. Despite my initial hangups, i actually had a... Read more
If you are a life long resident of SA or a new comer like me this is a MUST do! The staff are kind and will freely answer any and all questions! In addition if your family came over via a... Read more
Honking Horns! A wonderful place for Thomas and Chuggington enthusiasts. A miniature train runs each half hour for rides, and a cafeteria car offers coffee and snacks. Tip: if you are with young... Read more
South Australian Maritime Museum
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