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History Trust of South Australia

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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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You're welcome - Migration Museum

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 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

The theme for South Australia’s History Festival 2025 is DECISIONS. History is shaped by people who have been compelled to make DECISIONS. In 2025, dive deeply into the decisions that have shaped South Australia. Click here to find out more.

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South Australian History Network

The South Australian History Network encompasses over 300 largely community-run history organisations around the state.

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Adelaidia app

An interactive way to engage with the history of our city; the people, the communities, the stories and the places.

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Living in Port app

South Australian Maritime Museum’s walking tour app that explores the historic precinct of Port Adelaide.

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