The Mawson’s Huts Replica Museum, established by the Mawson’s Huts Foundation in 2013, is a not-for-profit charity dedicated to conserving and communicating the legacy of Sir Douglas Mawson’s expeditions and Australia’s Antarctic heritage. The museum, located on the Hobart waterfront, showcases a full-scale replica of a building from the heroic era of Antarctic exploration, offering visitors a unique and immersive experience.
With a focus on preserving the historic and fragile wooden huts at Cape Denison, East Antarctica, the Foundation has organized numerous expeditions and conservation efforts since its inception in 1996. Through exhibitions, open days, school excursions, and lectures, the Foundation aims to educate the public about Australia’s rich Antarctic history and engage them with the remarkable achievements of Antarctic pioneers like Sir Douglas Mawson.
As the leading authority on Australian Antarctic heritage, the Mawson’s Huts Foundation is committed to inspiring current and future generations by promoting public interest in the nation’s Antarctic history. By supporting the Foundation through donations or purchases from their range of exclusive items and memorabilia, individuals can contribute to the ongoing conservation and maintenance of Mawson’s Huts, ensuring the preservation of this important part of Australia’s cultural and historical legacy.
