History

Hermannsburg was originally a Lutheran mission and was the first town in Central Australia. It was also home to the famous Aboriginal watercolour artist, Albert Namatjira. In 1982 the area was returned to the Aboriginal people and in 1988, the German style whitewashed buildings were restored to their original 19th century condition. The historic precinct contains tearooms, a museum and an art gallery featuring some of Namatjiras original works.

Address: Hermannsburg, NT, 0872

Alice Springs is home to a museum of national importance that is not only unique to Australia but also the world. The National Pioneer Womens Hall of Fame is currently based at the Old Courthouse, a heritage listed building in the heart of town. Founded in 1993 by Molly Clark of Old Andado Station, the National Pioneer Womens Hall of Fame is a national project dedicated to preserving the place of women in history and their special contribution to Australias heritage.

Address: The Old Courthouse, Corner of Hartley and Parsons Streets, Alice Springs, NT, 0870

The construction of the Stuart Town Gaol and associated police station was commenced in 1907 utilising the expertise of local builders with stone and timber obtained from the district. Inadequate facilities, jeopardised by periodic flooding of the Todd River, at the former site adjacent to the southern side of Heavitree Gap, prompted the move, which was officially completed in 1909.

Address: 8 Parsons Street, Alice Springs, NT, 0870

The Alice Springs War Museum is housed within the Alice Springs RSL Club. The museum is acknowledged as the most significant regional collection of war memorabilia in Australia. Dating from circa 1854 to the Timor conflict. The collection contains extensive displays from both World Wars, including a pictorial portrayal of Alice Springs at War. The centrepiece of the display is the motorised and or pedal power Quadricycle Gun Carriage. It is the only replica known to exist.

Address: Schwartz Crescent, Alice Springs, NT, 0870

The museum is located on Memorial Avenue, which was the western edge of the north south runway of the original aerodrome. Police and prison labour cleared the runway in 1920 with the first aircraft landing in 1921. The use of aircraft to deliver mail and supplies to isolated cattle stations was a major factor in opening up the Territory.

Address: Corner of Larapinta Drive and Memorial Avenue, Alice Springs, NT, 0870