Antarctica

Overview

Explore the frozen continent at National Museum of Australia with Antarctica, a fascinating exhibition sharing the stories of Australia's enduring connection to the icy south.

Discover more than 100 years of Antarctic exploration, science and survival through rare artefacts, interactive experiences and remarkable first-hand accounts from expeditioners and researchers. Encounter historic equipment, scientific instruments and objects from one of the world's largest Antarctic collections, alongside stories of life at remote research stations including Mawson and Macquarie Island.

Visitors can experience the sights and sounds of Antarctica through immersive displays featuring blizzards, aurora australis and polar landscapes, while learning about the wildlife, challenges and environmental significance of the region.

Perfect for curious minds of all ages, this captivating exhibition offers a rare opportunity to journey into one of the world's most extreme and awe-inspiring environments without leaving Canberra.