Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
Highlights
- Explore internationally renowned collections that showcase the rich cultural heritage of the Northern Territory.
- Engage with dynamic exhibitions featuring both local and travelling artworks throughout the year.
- Participate in hands-on kids activities and workshops that inspire creativity and learning.
- Relax at the onsite café, offering a perfect spot to unwind after your visit.
The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT) is the Northern Territory’s premier cultural organisation. Set in a scenic location on Larrakia Country at Bullocky Point in Darwin, MAGNT is home to internationally renowned artistic, cultural and scientific collections and research programs.
Each year MAGNT presents a dynamic program of internally-developed exhibitions carefully curated from the collection, and the best travelling exhibitions from around Australia. It is also the home of the internationally renowned annual Telstra National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Art Awards – the most significant award of its kind in Australia.
MAGNT runs a series of engaging public programs including talks, workshops and hands-on kids activities. School and tour groups can take tours with specialist staff. Venue hire is available with a theatrette, amphitheatre and other inviting spaces.
There is a cafe and retail shop for visitors to explore and enjoy. MAGNT is accessible from Darwin City via the number six bus route or a four km walk. Free parking is available on site.
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Accreditations
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
- Australian Museums and Galleries Association
- Visitor Information Centre
- NT – Tourism Top End
Features
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
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