Opening hours

Sunday | 10am–4pm

Shop open during museum hours or shop online today

Closed Christmas Day

Free entry

We recommend that you pre-book tickets online before you visit.

School holidays

Basket weaving
Join Muru Mittigar for a fun and simple basket weaving activity. Families are welcome to drop in and craft their own baskets to take home.

When
- Sunday 8 December 2024, 11am–1pm
- Sunday 19 January 2025, 11am–1pm
- Sunday 9 February 2025, 11am–1pm

Things to remember

  • When entering the historic house you’ll need to take off your shoes or wear the ‘over-shoes’ provided.
  • Most of the museum experience takes place outside so please wear weather appropriate clothing. Don’t forget sunscreen and a hat.
  • Please bring water or drinks to keep hydrated as there is no shop onsite.
  • You are welcome to bring a picnic and enjoy the grounds. 
  • Large or bulky items such as backpacks, strollers and umbrellas are not allowed inside the house.
  • Professional camera equipment, including tripods, lighting etc, are not allowed inside unless you have organised permission beforehand. For more information, please view our Photography conditions of use.
  • Hand sanitiser is available for the safety and wellbeing of our visitors, members, staff and volunteers.
  • Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. 
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View of the interior of the Hyde Park Barracks shop

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