The Maritime Museum of Tasmania is dedicated to preserving Tasmania's rich maritime heritage for your enjoyment and information.

We have something to offer:

• tourists
• researchers
• teachers
• kids
• anyone else with an interest in things maritime.

At the museum, informative display panels complement our extensive collection which includes historic items, paintings and model ships.

• Uncover the exploits of early explorers.
• Discover the whaling industry.
• Hear stories of trading barges and ferries.
• Learn how important sailing and steam ships were for exporting apples, minerals and timber.

Our exhibits also focus on:

• ship building
• navigational instruments
• shipwrecks
• historic dinghies
• Tasmania's role in naval warfare.

The museum is mainly run by volunteers. We are keen to attract new members and donors.  Helping to preserve and display Tasmania's maritime heritage is a rewarding way to contribute to your community.

"We are dedicated to displaying and interpreting this collection to the people of Tasmania, especially the young people, as well as visitors to the state."

- President, Maritime Museum