The Jervis Bay Maritime Museum and Gallery is a tourist attraction in Huskisson where you can discover local history, unique characters and engaging stories! Featuring a world-renowned collection of maritime artefacts and navigational and surveying instruments, the Museum also exhibits a range of nautical equipment, models, photographs, paintings, drawings and objects relating to the history and heritage of the Jervis Bay area..
The Museum also has several exhibition spaces which house changing art, craft and heritage-based shows and is home to the historic Lady Denman ferry - the only surviving wooden Sydney Harbour Ferry as well as other historic vessels.
The Museum enjoys a waterfront location on Currambene Creek. Positioned in a beautiful bush setting in Jervis Bay, the complex includes a large recreation area with native gardens, a mangrove boardwalk, pond, boathouse and historic buildings that can be visited anytime.
The Jervis Bay region has a rich history of Indigenous culture, and the museum sits on the land traditionally owned by the Dharawal and Dhurga speaking people. The Indigenous culture of the area is outlined in the Jervis Bay History exhibition.
Children under 16 receive free entry when accompanied by an adult. Ask about their free treasure hunt!
Hours
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Daily: 10:00–16:00
Facilities and visitor features
20 features
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)
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Australian Museums and Galleries Association
Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
Visitor Information Centre
Carpark
Coach Parking
Conference/Convention Facilities
Enquiry Desk
Family Friendly
Gallery / Museum
Lawn / Gardens
Non Smoking
Picnic Area
Public Toilet
Shop / Gift Shop
Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
A very well maintained and go to place for naval history buffs. A reflection of how ordinary Australians made a mark years ago and gave meaning to an unknown place. Also a ferry built in Jervis bay is still maintained and valued as a piece of history. Volunteers dedicate their time in reception area. A cute souvenir shop as well
Worth a visit
Ross Mariac
Google review
A very nice place to come for a relaxing walk or a just spend some time with family and friends
On Saturday morning, there was a market stall will food and bits and pieces for sale from arts and craft to honey and jams
COURTNEY TWELLS
Google review
Unexpectedly good museum & gallery. Interesting history and artefacts, shop and mangrove area to explore 😃
Basant Manandhar
Google review
Beautiful place to visit during our short stay their… lots of maritime history and the real boats are preserved really well…. Staff were really happy to help and answered any questions…
susan m
Google review
about 14 aud entrance fee ,informative neat and the lovely ladies at the front told us about the treasure hunt which was fun ,its good to learn about history