Hobart Museums
Both the past and the future take the spotlight in Hobart's cultural hotspots.
Hobart's museums present a captivating overview of a historic city. Trace the region's timeline and discover the stories of Hobart's people and the city's past. Today, Hobart is an incubator for arts and culture. Join the wild ride as the city continues to launch headfirst into new artistic territory.
Learn about the people, cultures and natural history that shaped this region at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery. This extensive museum highlights the cultural heritage of Aboriginal Tasmanians and the state's extraordinary environments. Catch touring exhibitions at the museum's adjoining gallery.
Two worlds collide at the Museum of Old and New Art (Mona). Examine ancient artefacts and ultra-contemporary artworks at this multifaceted museum complex.
Uncover the island state's seafaring heritage at the Maritime Museum of Tasmania and learn about the whaling and shipbuilding industries that supported the colonial city. For a closer look at Tasmania's grisly convict history, visit the Port Arthur Historic Site on the Tasman Peninsula or check out the Cascades Female Factory in South Hobart.
