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The 10 Best History Museums in South Australia, Australia
South Australia (abbreviated as SA) is a state in the southern central part of Australia. It covers some of the most arid parts of the country. With a total land area of 983,482 square kilometres (379,725 sq mi), it is the fourth-largest of Australia's states and territories by area, and fifth largest by population. It has a total of 1.7 million people, and its population is the most highly centralised of any state in Australia, with more than 75 percent of South Australians living in the capital, Adelaide, or its environs. Other population centres in the state are relatively small.
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1. The Farm Shed Museum
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5.0 based on 41 reviews
The Farm Shed Museum brings together some of the fascinating developments and practices of dry land farming. You will discover; the way of rural life; a magnificent collection of vintage tractors; a delightful display highlighting women's contribution to farming; fascinating stories about local characters; an impressive display of farming machinery; more than a century of Australia farming history and one of cereal farmings greatest innovations, the stump-jump plough. Visitors will also be delighted by Matta House, a mine manger's residence from the 1860's refurbished in its original location and memories of school days gone by will come alive when you enter the 1950's school house. You will leave with a renewed appreciation of how far farming and society has come.
Reviewed By mike98123
Our 5 year old daughter loved it, lots of exhibits and really well presented. Putt putt mini golf course nearby too.
2. Yankalilla District Historical Museum
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
One of the most diverse and extensive collections of memorabilia relating to early country life in South Australia.
Reviewed By pandkgraham - Alstonville, Australia
In every local museum you visit you always pick up a small part of something that is unique to its location. What is interesting is that Yankalilla has a place in Australian Space Observation history that Is truely outstanding.. It’s a museum with a anundant amount of displays that will keep you and your family interested for hours.
3. Kapunda Historical Society Museum
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5.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By 130lesp - Adelaide, Australia
Allow plenty of time to view this time piece and don’t forget to go next door to view the war museum. This group has done an amazing job and it truly is amazing.
4. Koppio Smithy Museum
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5.0 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By T5105QAtanyam - Port Lincoln, Australia
Great little museum not far from Tumby bay, This museum is full to the brim of beautiful relicks from the past, Very well kept grounds, pet friendly, large bbq area, large Tea and coffee room with plenty of seating if you prefer to eat inside, pizza oven, Bbq, shop has a range of food,lollies ice creams, cool drinks tea and coffee. Something for everyone and well worth the visit
5. Melrose Heritage Museum
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5.0 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By Lizzie1948 - Adelaide, Australia
I have seen a lot of small local museums over the years and the Melrose Museum must be the best. It has been sell set up and we came away feeling that we had learnt a lot. Particularly liked the Federation Building displays. Full marks to the enthusiastic local people who have set it up and who look after it.
6. Clayton Farm Heritage Museum
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By viviank507
We stopped by Bordertown and decided to stop by and thank goodness we did! The tour was so much fun and we spent a few hours learning about the history of the farm- highly recommend stopping by here
7. Hans Heysen Art Studio
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5.0 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By Brenton-Jolly - Adelaide, Australia
We have been to Cedars before but we didn’t Have enough to see the studio we had a freind come over from Sydney so thought this was a good opportunity to kill two birds with one stone. This place is amazing to see where Hans Heysen painted his pictures and the trees are mostly all still standing is just amazing and to have a fabulous artist so close to our city is also amazing. I’m so glad it is all been presented so well as he would have left it as well. Would highly recommended doing all the walk then the gallery.
8. National Railway Museum Port Adelaide
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4.5 based on 303 reviews
Explore the history of Australian railways in this engaging museum. You will encounter numerous displays of various railway artifacts and see steam and diesel trains at work.
Reviewed By Lindajwil - Heathcote, Australia
Lots of trains available for climbing into and seeing how past generations travelled by rail. There is also a little tourist track train so the kids feel that they have had a ride and the big kids get an overview of the trains restored here.
9. South Australian Maritime Museum
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4.5 based on 241 reviews
The Maritime Museum sits in South Australia's first heritage precinct. It presents exhibitions over three floors of an 1850s bond store, the South Neptune Lighthouse and the steam tug Yelta. The Museum is fresh and interactive and makes history relevant to a popular audience.
Reviewed By 353bobd - Adelaide, Australia
This museum has a variety of very well displayed exhibits, some interactive, ranging from mock up bunks and toilet in a migrant sailing ship, beach wear and dolphins, to a replica ketch. It’s on several floors but there is a lift. There’s something to see and do for all ages and the entry costs are reasonable. There’s a nice little shop but parking close by can be a problem when the area is busy.
10. Migration Museum
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4.5 based on 497 reviews
Established in 1986 and built on the site of the former Adelaide Destitute Asylum, the Migration Museum was the first museum dedicated to the social history of migration in Australia. The Museum works towards the preservation, understanding and enjoyment of South Australia’s diverse cultures. It is a place to discover the many identities of the people of South Australia through the stories of individuals and communities. Its nine galleries, which include permanent and changing displays, trace the history and culture of Aboriginal peoples in Australia prior to colonisation, the history and impact of immigration from the nineteenth century onward, as well as the history of the site. The Museum is just a short walk down Kintore Avenue from North Terrace and is easily accessible by public transport. All of the Museum's galleries have disabled access. Entry to the Museum is free, with an optional gold coin donation. Tour groups are welcome but must book in advance. Members of the public can book a guided tour of the Migration Museum with a minimum of ten people per booking and a cost of $10 per person, concession rate $5 per person.
Reviewed By parbendra - Sydney, Australia
Has a lot of information on how people came to settle in Australia. Worth a visit to understand Australia's migration flow and confronting if you are no 'white'. It is the museum art gallery precinct and a good short stop.
