Gain an understanding of the past, present, and future of Darwin at The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory. A portal to the south of the Northern Territory art, culture, and history twist and combine for some interesting stories for all visitors and ages.
Face up to a legendary 5 meter saltwater crocodile named sweetheart. Her story is caution between human and croc reminding us the power and respect they deserve. Continue in and confront another tragic where instead of Santa, Cyclone Tracy came on Christmas Eve 1974. Learn about the evacuation, immense destruction, and essential spirit that rebuilt the city. See the Indigenous artwork delving into the rich traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Learn how the unique climate and geology have shaped life in the Top End.
This museum sets the benchmark for what museums should be by taking learning past reading and general exhibitions into dynamic engaging experiences such as where you get to practice what being in a cyclone is like. It is simply, a must do experience while in Darwin and with it being free, there really is no reason to not make lifelong memories here.
Open 7 days 10AM - 4PM
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