Originally built to house the skeleton of an orca known as Old Tom while spotlighting the plight of killer whales in these waters, this museum has grown into a shrine to Eden’s marine life and maritime history.

The space is home to some 10,000 artefacts that shed light on the Sapphire Coast’s long-time whaling industry, revealing fascinating facts via exhibitions and films, and taking you on a deep dive into the region’s heritage.

While Eden’s orca population sadly no longer exists, the resident pods once numbered up to 50. Many locals knew the whales by name: in addition to Old Tom, Eden’s waters were once home to Stranger, Hooky, Big Ben and Little Jack, among many others.