Giving the past a future now!

History Trust of South Australia

South Australian Maritime Museum

Save Nellie!

Donate to to help us save the MV Nelcebee – South Australia’s longest serving vessel.
The South Australian History Fund

An exciting range of SA history will be uncovered and presented thanks to the South Australian History Fund 2018/19 grant round.
National Motor Museum

Restore the Harnett Pacific

Donate and help us to restore the Hartnett Pacific – one of Australia’s rarest cars.
The Centre of Democracy

Showcasing the people and ideas that have shaped democracy in South Australia. Open now!
Migration Museum

Foundation

Honour your family heritage by placing a commemorative paver in Settlement Square.
National Motor Museum

Bugatti Veyron EB 16.4

One of the world's fastest and most expensive cars has arrived in Birdwood!

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South Australian Maritime Museum

Girt by stories

Explore and celebrate the human history of our oceans and rivers.

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Migration Museum

You're welcome

Discover the many identities of the people of South Australia through the stories of individuals and communities.

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National Motor Museum

The rides of our lives

Explore our motoring, road transport and social history at the National Motor Museum.

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Centre of Democracy

A new gallery dedicated to telling the stories of South Australia’s national and global leadership in the evolution of democracy and democratic participation.

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History Festival

One of the State’s largest and most important annual community events, South Australia’s History Festival explores and promotes the unique and evolving history of our great state.

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