The Defence of Darwin Experience
is a powerful, immersive, interactive experience,
located at iconic East Point, Darwin.
Opened in 2012, as part of the 70th commemoration of the bombing of Darwin, the Defence of Darwin Experience has quickly grown to be one of the most powerful attractions in the Top End. It tells the story of an extraordinary, but little known chapter in Australian history, the bombing of Darwin by the Japanese on the 19 February 1942.
Learn about life in the Northern Territory during World War II, of the contribution made in northern Australia to the war effort, and experience first-hand accounts of the bombing; a traumatic event that changed Darwin forever. Record your family story or response to the exhibition using the Story Share booth, a dedicated digital story-telling space.
Learn about life in the Northern Territory during World War II, of the contribution made in northern Australia to the war effort, and experience first-hand accounts of the bombing; a traumatic event that changed Darwin forever. Record your family story or response to the exhibition using the Story Share booth, a dedicated digital story-telling space.
Only at Darwin Military Museum
Visit Darwin’s oldest military history museum and be captivated by the audio-visual journey that is the Defence of Darwin Experience.
The interactive display will immerse you in the drama of the Japanese bombing of Darwin as it unfolded, and changed the face of the city forever.
Hear first-hand accounts from the men and women who survived the horror of that morning of 19th February, 1942.
Sit back in the air conditioned theatre and watch the fascinating short film that uses actual footage from the attack to depict the bombing as it happened over 75 years ago.
The interactive display will immerse you in the drama of the Japanese bombing of Darwin as it unfolded, and changed the face of the city forever.
Hear first-hand accounts from the men and women who survived the horror of that morning of 19th February, 1942.
Sit back in the air conditioned theatre and watch the fascinating short film that uses actual footage from the attack to depict the bombing as it happened over 75 years ago.
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Download the app to immerse yourself fully in the
Defence of Darwin Experience. The Defence of Darwin Experience is operated by the Royal Australian Artillery Association on behalf of MAGNT. |
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DID YOU KNOW?
The Northern Territory was bombed over 70 times between February 1942 and November 1943. |
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DID YOU KNOW?
188 aircraft were deployed to attack Darwin dropping 681 bombs on the city. |
Museum and Facilities
Take a walk through our lush gardens and find our stunning range of military vehicles and larger artillery pieces. Climb to the top of the gun emplacement and check out the 9.2” gun that it houses. Venture beneath the gun deck and explore our vast collection of Vietnam War artefacts, weaponry and photographs.
During your visit, take time to relax in our fully air conditioned free wifi cafe, or make a purchase from the gift shop.
Take a walk through our lush gardens and find our stunning range of military vehicles and larger artillery pieces. Climb to the top of the gun emplacement and check out the 9.2” gun that it houses. Venture beneath the gun deck and explore our vast collection of Vietnam War artefacts, weaponry and photographs.
During your visit, take time to relax in our fully air conditioned free wifi cafe, or make a purchase from the gift shop.
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Images courtesy of Mark Cullenane
Australia at War
Discover artefacts that chronicle Australia’s involvement in international conflicts from the Boer War to the present day.
Explore our vast collection of uniforms, weaponry, photographs, interviews, and propaganda pieces that tell the stories of our service men and women deployed overseas.
Discover artefacts that chronicle Australia’s involvement in international conflicts from the Boer War to the present day.
Explore our vast collection of uniforms, weaponry, photographs, interviews, and propaganda pieces that tell the stories of our service men and women deployed overseas.
How to Contact and find the Darwin Military Museum
Click on Address: LOT 5434 Alec Fong Lim Dr, East Point NT 0820
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Darwin Military Museum
OPENING TIMES & TICKETS
OPENING TIMES 7 days a Week
Please note we are closed on 25th, 26th, 27th & 28th December 2021 and New Years Day 1st January 2022.
9.30am - 4pm Monday - Saturday
10.00am - 3pm Sunday and public holidays
We recommend you allow at least 1.5hrs for your visit.
ADMISSION FEES & ONLINE TICKETS
ADULTS (16 years +): $20.00
CHILDREN (5 - 15 years): $10.00
CHILDREN (under 5 years): FREE
NT SENIORS (65 years +): $10.00
TERRITORY PASS is available to NT residents
DMM Membership (Friend of the Museum) - Only available for purchase online - One year entry and 15% off merchandise including the cafe - $35
INTERSTATE/INTERNATIONAL SENIORS (65 YEARS +): $15.00
FAMILY PASS (2 ADULTS, 3 CHILDREN U16): $45.00
UNIVERSITY/TAFE STUDENT: $10.00
PERSON WITH A DISABILITY: $10.00
CARER OF PERSON WITH A DISABILITY: $10.00
SERVING MILITARY MEMBERS: $15
SCHOOL GROUPS: Northern Territory students on excursion
Students 16 years and under during school hours: $2.00 per student. Students must be supervised at all times.
1 adult per 10 students: $20.00
SCHOOL GROUPS: Non-NT students on excursion
Students 16 years and under during school hours: $10.00 per student. Students must be supervised at all times.
1 adult per 10 students: $20.00
Please note we are closed on Good Friday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day.
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