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The object-rich Australian Aboriginal Cultures Gallery is a culmination of the Museum’s far-reaching engagement with Aboriginal communities across Australia and is today recognised as the official gateway into Aboriginal Australia. The Yuendumu Doors, now on permanent display in the Gallery, represent one of the earliest examples of Aboriginal artists successfully transferring their ancient ground paintings to a large-scale, modern medium. The AACG exhibits are presented over two spacious levels, adjacent the main foyer, with either one or both available for events depending on guest numbers and requirements.



30th Birthday Party

40th Birthday Party

50th Birthday Party

Awards Dinner

Christmas Party

Cocktail Party

Corporate Function

End of Financial Year Party

Engagement Party

Function

Gala Dinner

Networking Event

Wedding

Events at South Australian Museum start from 75.00. This may be subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, duration and your specific requirements. For an accurate quote for your event please send an enquiry or contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.

The following types of events can be held at South Australian Museum: - 50th Birthday Party - 40th Birthday Party - 30th Birthday Party - Christmas Party - Corporate Function - End of Financial Year Party - Function - Networking Event - Wedding - Awards Dinner - Engagement Party - Gala Dinner - Cocktail Party If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if South Australian Museum is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.

The best way to find out if South Australian Museum is available for your event date is to send an enquiry through or get in contact with one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts. Availability at many venues around the country is limited so if your date is flexible, please let the VenueNow team know and the venue may be able to provide a range of dates that suit your needs.

The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at South Australian Museum: - Filtered Water - Coffee / Tea - Inhouse Catering - Bar Tab For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.

There are a few steps involved in booking an event at South Australian Museum and the VenueNow team are here to do the heavy lifting for you. Firstly, contact the VenueNow team by submitting an enquiry or speaking to one of our team members online or over the phone. We'll need to collect a few details from you, such as your: - Event type - Number of people attending - Preferred event date & time (and if this is flexible) - Budget (per person or total) - Room layout - Food and beverage / catering requirements - Any other requirements Once we've gathered these details, the VenueNow team will contact the team at South Australian Museum to check: 1) Can they host the event on your preferred date / time? If not, what are some alternate dates / times? 2) What is the estimated cost based on your event requirements? This process tends to take around 1 business day on average to receive a response from the venue. Once we've received a response, the VenueNow team will contact you as soon as possible. If you're happy with the proposed price and dates / times, the VenueNow team will connect you with South Australian Museum to finalise your booking (which may include a site visit if you choose to do so). VenueNow provides this service free of charge to you as we are paid a small fee by South Australian Museum if you book via us.

There are a number of ways you can get in contact: 1) Call the VenueNow team on 1300 647 488 during business hours AEST 2) Contact the VenueNow team via our online chat in the bottom right of the screen 3) Submit an enquiry via the form on the page The VenueNow team usually reply within a few hours during Australian business.

An incredible place to go. It has fantastic stones, fossils, animals and indigenous artefacts, but it’s free! I’ve learned a lot about the Australia history, nature science, ocean, etc. It’s suitable for both adults and children - they won’t feel boring as the display is attractive. It took me more than two hours to check all areas. Actually, it was a bit rush, so I recommend to plan half day.

Free museum with lots to see spread across 4 floors.

Well laid out displays with different sections based on where the animals are from.

The gift shop seem to be more targeted towards children rather than adults.

No need to book tickets simply turn up

Wow! We visited the National Geographic Photography Awards and then went on to enjoy the museum. What a brilliant treat as visitors to SA and Adelaide. Great for all ages.

Another example of one older and one newer building sympathetically linked together.  This ;museum has the usual collection of stuffed animals and skeletons but also some great First Nations and islander displays.  There is a fascinating opal used fossil room and the tiniest Egyptian display in a little room. There are a lot of attractions for kids to enjoy and it is a free museum. One of the many attractions to visit on the North Terrace.

An incredibly great collection of indigenous art from South Australia and also a separate floor for pieces from the Pacific region. Free entry and a very nice little cafe! Definitely worth a visit!

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This AACG exhibits are presented over two spacious levels, adjacent to the main foyer, with either one or both available for events depending on guest numbers and requirements.






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Australian Aboriginal Cultures Gallery

Get up close and personal with the lion, tiger and bears for a uniquely themed dinner or cocktail party. Adjacent to the Main Foyer, these spaces work beautifully in tandem and showcase contemporary interiors blended with a distinctive  experience.

CAPACITY: banquet 50, cocktail 100






World Mammals Gallery

In the spectacularly restored Gallery, step back in time and experience one of the few remaining examples in the world of Victorian-style museum keeping, where even the display cases are heritage listed. Enjoy a grand dinner beneath the awesome nineteenth-century lantern ceiling, or share a cocktail with your guests amid over 4000 cultural exhibits.

CAPACITY: banquet 160, cocktail 350




Pacific Cultures Gallery

This Courtyard and Lawns provide a rare garden setting within Adelaide’s CBD, perfect for a marquee, with stunning evening lighting highlighting the historic Armoury building. 

Alternatively, the lawns are available al fresco, providing various flexible catering options. The Courtyard is a favourite among brides wanting a fresh, light and bright outdoor reception location, with the museum adding an important point of difference.

CAPACITY: banquet 200, cocktail 300



Armoury Courtyard and Lawns

The spacious and contemporary foyer area of the Museum offers panoramic views of the SA Museum forecourt and Adelaide’s cultural boulevard, North Terrace. Perfect for cocktail receptions and dinners, enjoy the illuminated adjacent historic building facades via a magnificent floor to ceiling wall of glass.

CAPACITY: banquet 100, cocktail 250

World Mammals Gallery at South Australian Museum

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