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Whyalla Maritime Museum
Things To Do Whyalla, Whyalla, South Australia
Galleries, Museums and Collections
Whyalla Maritime Museum specialises in naval, BHP shipbuilding, maritime and natural history of the upper Spencer Gulf. Its prime exhibit, HMAS Whyalla, the first modern warship built in 1941 in South Australia stands on dry land, two kilometres from the sea.
The collection documents the areas diverse marine habitats including sharks, stingrays, seahorses, sea dragons, blue ring octopuses and more. Plus the 1814 edition of Matthew Flinders journals and collections of items recovered from shipwrecks. Singing to the Sharks exhibition documents the indigenous Aboriginal people of the area and their connection with the sea. The HO gauge Model Railway is one of the largest in the Southern Hemisphere.
Access to the HMAS Whyalla is by guided tour only, bookings are essential. Closed-in footwear is required.
Entrance to the Maritime Museum is via the Whyalla Visitor Centre
Facilities
Barbeque
Carpark
Coach Parking
Gallery / Museum
Lawn / Gardens
Picnic Area
Public Toilet
Internet Access
Free WifiDisabled Assistance
Wheelchair accessMembership
Australian Museums and Galleries Association Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation Visitor Information CentreAccreditation
Visitor Information Centre National AccreditationRates
From AU$13.00
Adult $16
Concession $13
