The Grandfather of the Maritime Museum: Vernon Smith Turns 150!

Vernon Spottiswoode Smith, the ‘grandfather’ of the SA Maritime Museum, is turning 150! Take a guided tour through our museum and discover Australia’s oldest collection of nautical artefacts and the visionary who made it happen.

The first 150 visitors get a free birthday cupcake!

Bookings required online. Ticketing price includes entry to the museum, tour, and birthday cupcake.

Friday 2 May, 11am – 11.45am & 2pm – 2.45pm

Image: Vernon Smith, Curator of the Port Adelaide Nautical Museum with figureheads from the collection; the British Admiral, the Claymore and the Scottish Chieftain, c1958, History Trust of SA

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