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The Rocks Discovery Museum
The Rocks Discovery Museum is a free, family friendly museum which tells the story of The Rocks area of Sydney from pre-European days to the present.
Housed in a restored 1850s sandstone warehouse, The Rocks Discovery Museum is home to a unique collection of images and archaeological artefacts found in The Rocks. The exhibits are filled with interactive fun, using touch screens, audio and visual elements to bring the history of the area alive.
Learn about the area's traditional landowners, the establishment of the English colony and the time when sailors, whalers and traders made The Rocks their home; through to the 1970s union-led protests which preserved this unique part of Sydney for future generations to explore and enjoy.
Entry is free.
10am - 5pm daily (Closed Good Friday and Christmas Day)
Kendall Lane
The Rocks (enter via Argyle Street)
T. 02 9240 8680
The Dirt on The Rocks blog
Check out our new blog on The Rocks.
What's on
The Rocks Discovery Museum hosts a number of regular events and activities.
Talks on The Rocks
FREE Friday Lunchtime talks at The Rocks Discovery Museum.
12 noon Fridays, free
Bookings recommended (02) 9240 8680
- Artexpress
- All aboard! School holiday fun on the HMS Discovery
- View artefacts from The Rocks Discovery Museum collection online on the Collections Australia Network
Find out more about what's on at The Rocks Discovery Museum.
Exhibitions
Four permanent exhibitions have been developed in close consultation with the Metropolitan Aboriginal Land Council to tell the story of the area and the impact of European settlement.
Find out about the exhibitions.
Tours
Sydney Learning Adventures run curriculum linked tours of The Rocks Discovery Museum.
Find out about tours.
The Rocks Discovery Dig Game
Become an archaeologist and uncover the artefacts of The Rocks! Play The Rocks Discovery Dig game
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