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Shaped by the Sea Australian National Maritime Museum

28 Nov 2024 — 31 Dec 2024

Shaped by the Sea tells the story of Australia’s maritime history and its relationship with seas, rivers and waterways from the deep past.

As an island nation Australia has a unique relationship with the sea – and now it’s being told through the lens of modern science and maritime archaeology, as well as through Indigenous knowledge.

Hundreds of objects from the...

Shaped by the Sea tells the story of Australia’s maritime history and its relationship with seas, rivers and waterways from the deep past.

As an island nation Australia has a unique relationship with the sea – and now it’s being told through the lens of modern science and maritime archaeology, as well as through Indigenous knowledge.

Hundreds of objects from the museum’s collection will be on display for the first time, including several significant and iconic pieces such as Alick Tipoti’s bronze sculpture Kisay Dhangal.

The centrepiece of the exhibition is a commissioned work by the Mulka Art Project. This stunning contemporary video installation called Dhaŋaŋ Dhukarr (Many Pathways) brings together all the elements of the exhibition (land, water, and sky) into an immersive, cyclic reflection of Australia.

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  • Access to all permanent galleries and special exhibitions
  • Access to all museum vessels
  • Access to the top deck of Bark James Craig
  • Free WiFi

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4.6 / 5 (23 reviews)

The Australian National Maritime Museum is located in Darling Harbour, Sydney. The museum is structured around seven primary galleries, focusing on the discovery of Australia, the relationships between the Australian Aborigines and the water, travel to Australia by sea, the ocean as a resource, water-based relaxation and entertainment, the naval defence of the nation, and the relationship between the US and Australia.

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Australian National Maritime Museum

Thursday
10:00 - 16:00
Friday
10:00 - 16:00
Saturday
10:00 - 16:00
Sunday
10:00 - 16:00
Monday
10:00 - 16:00
Tuesday
10:00 - 16:00
Wednesday
10:00 - 16:00

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Australian National Maritime Museum
2 Murray St, 2000, Sydney
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Donna ,  Australia Australia
04 Jun 2024
Excellent
Well worth the visit- affordable and unique.Being able to physically walk aboard the naval vessels, particularly the submarine was a highlight and gave a hands on glimpse into the life of navy...
Well worth the visit- affordable and unique.Being able to physically walk aboard the naval vessels, particularly the submarine was a highlight and gave a hands on glimpse into the life of navy personnel from our own Australian history.
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Christina ,  Australia Australia
19 Jan 2023
Good
ticket purchase was easy. Museum itself was worth seeing, especially for the price. Queue for submarine about 20 mins, apparently it gets longer as the day goes on, so morning or early afternoon...
ticket purchase was easy. Museum itself was worth seeing, especially for the price. Queue for submarine about 20 mins, apparently it gets longer as the day goes on, so morning or early afternoon visit recommended
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Paul,  Australia Australia
06 Jan 2023
Excellent
Interesting and worth seeing, the submarine was awesome !!
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