Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory

Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
  • Address:Conacher Street, Darwin
  • Hours:Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm (opens at 10am on weekends and public holidays). Closed Jan 1, Good Friday, Dec 25 and Boxing Day
  • Admission:Free. There may be a fee for special events
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Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
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The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory has a fine collection, but what is its most popular attraction by far? That's right - a preserved saltwater crocodile called 'Sweetheart.'

Sweetheart, a 50 year-old male, was menacing boats on the Finnis River, so he was captured by rangers. They intended to give him to a croc farm for breeding. Sadly, during the capture, the drugged crocodile drowned and could not be resuscitated. His body was given to the museum.

If you can drag yourself away from Sweetheart, there's a fine natural history collection and plenty of indigenous art. You'll also get a good grounding in the Territory's history, including Cyclone Tracy (there's a room that simulates the cyclone) and visits by Indonesian sailors back in the day. The museum looks beyond the mainland to focus on Southeast Asian and Pacific culture.  

Review by Mark B, January 2011

Doing what: Darwin Afternoon Sightseeing Tour

Excellent way to see the main bits of the city without a car - highly recommended Continue Reading »

Review by Anonymous, July 2010

Doing what: Darwin Afternoon Sightseeing Tour

This tour was great, loved the museum which I would not have thought to go to in Darwin if it had not been included on the tour. The driver Beau was funny, knowledgeable and enthusiastic, picked up from hotel and was happy to drop us off at the markets at the end of the day. Continue Reading »

Review by Rob H, Australia, June 2010

Doing what: Darwin Afternoon Sightseeing Tour

Bluey was very knowledgeable and we thoroughly enjoyed the tour . Continue Reading »

Practical Info

The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory is located on Bullocky Point, on Darwin Harbour and is easily accessible by bus from the city center.

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