History Museums in Canberra
THE 10 BEST Canberra History Museums
History Museums in Canberra
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- Diana BBath, UK267 contributionsDon't miss this exhibition. It's incredibly well curated, innovative exhibits that really draw you onto the various conflicts. The last post ceremony is so moving, it's a must experience.Written 15 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- AussieVGMarsfield, Australia476 contributionsI love a visit to this museum, and it was a pleasure to revisit as a parent with the toddler. The exhibition halls are a great mix and perfectly engaging for all ages. We also visited the discovery centre which was brilliant. We did get lost a bit, more signs back to the exit in the outdoor space would be welcome.Written 14 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- GiorgiaReykjavik, Iceland72 contributionsIt wasn't in our plans, but we stopped by and we decided to get in this super beautiful museum! Best decision of the day! We were surprised by the interesting interiors and the way they were organized for people to learn more about a part of Australian history:)
We definitely recommend a visit! :)
Thanks to the museum for a lovely afternoon!Written 4 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - JanellesteveCopacabana, Australia812 contributionsLovely restored farm. Ground floor of home well furnished. Check tour times. Tour only 20 minutes around furnished ground floor. Then out buildings. Barracks cafe has lovely out look over Brindabella hills. Simple menu. Dirt road for 1-2k mild corrugations. 5 minute walk from car park to buildings.Written 14 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Tamsin HSydney, Australia708 contributionsA very different experience from the last time I was here. Refurbished interior different entrance and no object gallery. Still a good place to visit with plenty to see and discover.Written 28 May 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Dan LBunbury, Australia8,785 contributionsOn our tour itinerary and guide, Neil, gave us a great history lesson on the origins of the Territory, the early settlers that lived there, the political machinations that led to its creation, the design brief for the city and the vision put forward by Walter and Marion Griffin. Loved the model, helped to put everything into perspective and see the relationship between the vision for the city, suburbs and the natural landscapes and to identify present landmark buildings. Great interactive displays added to our knowledge as we browsed afterwards. Returned a few days later to learn more of the history and admire the public art and historic landmarks nearby. Also helped to have the Visitor Information Centre in the building. Great facility on the elevated block overlooking the lake, parklands and across to Capital Hill.Written 19 June 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- john bParramatta, Australia25 contributionsMugga Mugga Homestead is a tangible link to the first settlers of the Limestone Plains, later to be called Canberra. Imogen our guide was keen and knowledgeable about the property and its owners.Written 13 July 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- AngelIoannouSydney, Australia218 contributionsDue to Covid our tour was limited to the property gardens and grounds
Built after WW1 a great example of Canberra upper class homes
Traditional gardens with many cottage type plants growable from cuttings
Sally was able to show photos of family and a short video of daughter talking about its history
Spun me out to see they have their own bomb shelter!
Well worth a visit whilst your near Manuka and many large properties and embassies adjacent to check outWritten 4 October 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - jajavalBLampang, Thailand3,938 contributionsThis hisgorical cottage is place where first whites coming to this area to distribute food to aborigibals. It's small but interesting can checkout through winfows but insider tpur need to be in group permits and only weekend.Written 15 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Dan LBunbury, Australia8,785 contributionsIt was closed when we visited during our tour, and I should have paid more attention to the notice where opening hours are recorded and timed my return visit accordingly.
Hours of opening are Wednesdays, 10 - 12 am, Saturday & Sunday 2 - 4 pm.
It was Canberra's first school and master's residence, opening in 1845 to provide elementary education for children from the Campbell estate and surrounding farms and continued as a place of education until closing in 1908. It was a simple building constructed of local bluestone and with a shingle roof and was restored in 1968. Not sure if the whitewashing to the stonework replicates an earlier period.Written 23 June 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
