Mawson's Hut Replica Museum, Tasmania, Australia

4.5 (1.150 reviews) Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Ranking #3 in Tasmania Speciality Museums • History Museums

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This true replica of the historic huts in Cape Denison - Antarctica - constructed in 1911 by the men of the Australian Antarctic Expedition, led by Dr Douglas Mawson. Constructed by heritage architects and builders, the replica was only made possible by a federal government grant and the generosity of many Tasmanian businesses and individuals who donated time, goods and goodwill. As a part of the Mawson's Huts Foundation, all profits are toward the conservation of the historic huts, located in Cape Denison, Antarctica. Run by staff and volunteers, it is a step back in time to the "Heroic age" of Antarctic exploration and gives you a fascinating insight into the life of these Antarctic pioneers. The museum is well set up for groups as well as individual visits. Private tours are available on request. We also have a wonderful gift shop with unique items. We look forward to welcoming you. ** Please note due to current COVID restrictions our opening hours may have changed **

Address

Cnr Argyle and Morrison Streets on The Waterfront, Hobart, Tasmania 7000 Australia

Mobile

+61 422 042 549

Website

http://www.mawsons-huts.org.au/replica-museum/

Email

[email protected]

Working hours

Monday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Current local date and time now

Saturday, May 11, 2024, 15:22

User Ratings

4.5 based on (1.150 reviews)

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Reviews

  • 5M Riley 5:00 PM Nov 18, 2021
    Surprisingly interesting trip through an underappreciated chapter of Australian History
    Went here with one parent about a year ago. Today I dragged along the other. This museum is a wonderful view into a really underexplored part of Australian history. Growing up, I only ever really learnt about Mawson as some guy who explored Antarctica in the distant past. Some sort of quaint eccentric who just happened to do something (I wasn't sure what) on an iceberg in the middle of nowhere. The remarkably well curated exhibit dissuaded me of that notion. The volunteers there are clearly passionate about preserving this chapter of Australian history, and the story of their expedition is quite something. Might not be great for non-English speakers (because some of the information slides are quite dense) - but overall a really well balanced museum that is easily one of the best value for money tourist experiences in Tasmania.
  • 4BS Adventurer 5:00 PM Dec 27, 2022
    Very informative
    It has a lot of great info about the expeditions including videos and personal stories. The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. The only downside was the amount of people in the hut - we felt pressured to move on all the time and couldn’t finish reading the stories.

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