Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
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The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT) is the Northern Territory’s premier cultural organisation. Set in a scenic location on Larrakia Country at Bullocky Point in Darwin, MAGNT is home to internationally renowned artistic, cultural and scientific collections and research programs.
Each year MAGNT presents a dynamic program of internally-developed exhibitions carefully curated from the collection, and the best travelling exhibitions from around Australia. It is also the home of the internationally renowned annual Telstra National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Art Awards – the most significant award of its kind in Australia.
MAGNT runs a series of engaging public programs including talks, workshops and hands-on kids activities. School and tour groups can take tours with specialist staff. Venue hire is available with a theatrette, amphitheatre and other inviting spaces.
There is a cafe and retail shop for visitors to explore and enjoy. MAGNT is accessible from Darwin City via the number six bus route or a four km walk. Free parking is available on site.
Facilities
Internet Access
Free WifiDisabled Assistance
Caters for limited mobility Wheelchair accessIndigenous Culture
Authentic Aboriginal Arts and Crafts Indigenous themes and/or interpretationMembership
Australian Museums and Galleries Association Visitor Information Centre