The Charles Sturt Museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing the remarkable history of Captain Charles Sturt, one of Australia’s most significant explorers and is open on the first and third Sunday of every month.
Outside of these times, the park area of the precinct is accessible to learn more via the interpretive heritage trail signs.
Contact the Museum to purchase books, book group tours and events.
The 'Grange'
The Grange was Captain Charles Sturt's residence in South Australia from 1840 to 1853. The house is an example of the Early Colonial style in South Australia and is significant as being the first built in the Grange area known as the 'Reedbeds'. The building houses many of Sturt's original possessions and documents in a collection of national significance. The Gallery features the exhibition ‘Antipodean Dreams’”
Opening Times:
First and third Sunday of every month. Check the Museum website for availability of guided tours.
Cost:
Prices for entry and a guided tour of the house museum and gallery are below.
- Adults - $12
- Seniors/Concession - $10
- Children U12 - $5
Museum grounds are available to hire for weddings and social events. Head to the Charles Sturt Museum website or follow the Museum's Facebook page for further information.
Contact details:
Location: 39D Jetty Street, Grange 5022
(From Grange Road turn into Frederick Road, then down Jetty Road. Parking available.)
p. 08 8356 8185
e. info@charlessturtmuseum.org.au
w. www.charlessturtmuseum.org.au/
Postal Address: PO BOX 243, Henley Beach SA 5022