Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, Northern Territory, Australia

4.5 (3.576 reviews) Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Ranking #2 in Northern Territory Speciality Museums

A morning at the Museum.

The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT) is the NT's premier cultural institution. Enjoy permanent exhibition highlights such as Cyclone Tracy, Natural History and Sweetheart, a famous croc as well as exciting temporary exhibitions. Enjoy a meal at the picturesque Saltwater cafe overlooking the sea or purchase a book or gift at the Store at the Museum. Entry is free. MAGNT runs an engaging series of talks, public programs, workshops and school holiday programs. Check out the website for details
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Address

19 Conacher St Bullocky Point, Darwin, Northern Territory 0801 Australia

Mobile

+61 8 8999 8264

Website

http://www.magnt.net.au

Email

[email protected]

Working hours

Monday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday : 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Current local date and time now

Sunday, May 12, 2024, 18:44

User Ratings

4.5 based on (3.576 reviews)

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Reviews

5Anne D 5:00 PM Oct 1, 2022
Great experience.
The museum was well set out and easy to get around. There is so much to see. There was a display of the native birds and reptiles. History of Darwin and the attack on the Harbour. Cyclone Tracy exhibit which was what I was initially wanting to see. There is also a pond area outside that you can see turtles, fish and native plants. Air conditioning was a plus, I do not like humid :-) There is also a cafe to sit and relax if you need. Amble car parking too. It is free to attend but please put in a small donation it is well worth the visit.
5John F 5:00 PM Sep 22, 2022
Superb overview of the NT and Darwin
To get a comprehensive overview of life in the top end you must visit this museum. The exhibits tell the stories of indigenous people, the loss of land and culture, the efforts to retain identity and influence and the successes and failures along the way. The geography, geology, flora and fauna of the area is well covered and the display of art work is breathtaking. Allow a half day to really appreciate the site, it is worth it. We accessed it through the hop-on-hop-off bus which is also a great way to see Darwin. There is a cafe at the Museum but lines are often really long and service slow. The best thing to do is to go across the road from the museum to the Darwin Ski Club (yes!) where you get good food and drink, right on the waterfront. You do not need to be a member to access the service there.