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The SA Maritime Museum’s collection began in 1872 to preserve, explore and celebrate the human history of our oceans and rivers. It has become one of Australia’s great nautical collections; it is certainly the oldest. We invite you to explore.

Image of MV Nelcebee on dry dock at Dock 2, Port Adelaide
Good news for our heritage fleet! The South Australian Government has released a strategy to preserve the maritime heritage in Port Adelaide, including our historic vessel MV... Read more
Image: half black and half colour, old stone two storey building
Living in Port is the South Australian Maritime Museum’s exciting new FREE walking tour app that explores the historic precinct of Port Adelaide.  Not just another suburb, Port... Read more
Good news for our heritage fleet
Living In Port walking tour app.
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Sample Vintage Port Adelaide

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