Charles Sturt Museum
Explore the home of Captain Charles Sturt
Opening Hours
Address
Open first and third Sundays of each month
2pm-5pm
Mid week group tours are available by arrangement.
Entrance Fees (includes Guided Tour)
Adults $12 Seniors
Concession $10
Children Under 12 $5
Charles Sturt Museum
Welcome to the Charles Sturt Museum. Located in the Adelaide suburb of Grange, South Australia, the Museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing the remarkable history of Captain Charles Sturt, one of Australia’s most significant explorers.
The Museum is open to the public on the first and third Sunday afternoons of each month when voluntary guides will show you through the house and exhibition.
Mid-week guided tours for groups are available by prior arrangement. These guided experiences offer an enriching opportunity for visitors of all ages, including families, history enthusiasts, clubs and those with an interest in South Australia’s colonial past.
At the heart of the precinct is The Grange, Captain Sturt’s historic family residence, where he lived from 1840 to 1853. This carefully preserved home is surrounded by heritage gardens and picturesque parkland, providing a unique insight into 19th-century life.
The Museum's Visitor Centre, allows guests to explore a range of exhibits, rare artefacts, and interpretive displays detailing Sturt’s expeditions and family life.
The Charles Sturt Museum offers visitors an engaging and informative experience, combining rich history with a serene and welcoming setting.
Visitor Centre
A visit to the Charles Sturt Museum provides the opportunity to experience the peaceful setting and be welcomed into this State Heritage listed home as it would have appeared in those early days of settlement.
Our new Visitor Centre, attached to the house, showcases the story of Captain Charles Sturt, along with a fascinating display of historical artefacts and interpretive and multimedia displays.
It was officially opened on Sunday 11th December 2022 by Her Excellency, The Governor of South Australia, Frances Adamson AO.
The exhibition "Antipodean Dreams" by designer Denise Schumann OAM, was created to tell the story of Captain Charles Sturt, as explorer and as a man deeply committed to scientific discovery.
We encourage everyone to visit not only to see the Centre and exhibition, but The Grange homestead and heritage garden.
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The Grange
Homestead
Join us for a guided tour of The Grange, the historic South Australian home of Captain Charles Sturt, held on the first and third Sundays of each month (closed during Christmas week).
Step inside this beautifully preserved, heritage-listed residence and experience life as it was in the early days of South Australia. Discover how Captain Sturt, his wife Charlotte, and their four children lived, surrounded by the stories and treasures of the colony’s early years.
Your visit begins with a warm welcome at the Visitor Centre, where you can explore fascinating exhibits before embarking on a tour of Sturt’s family home and its charming garden.
Our dedicated volunteer guides will escort you through each room, sharing insights into the remarkable history and carefully preserved collection of nineteenth century artefacts and furnishings. Tours take around 60 minutes and offer a memorable journey into the past.
Events at the Museum
Immerse yourself in the rich history of Captain Charles Sturt and step back in time at the Museum.
Each year, the Museum hosts exciting special events, bringing our community together to celebrate important occasions. Among these is the celebration of Captain Charles Sturt's birthday, which is held in April.
Additionally, we proudly participate in History Month each May, offering engaging activities, exhibitions and informative talks that highlight the contributions of Charles Sturt to our rich South Australian heritage.
We are pleased to collaborate with local community groups and historical organisations, participating in History Month.
Please join us as we honor these remarkable events at the Museum.
