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As you walk across the plaza in front of the Museum, take time to look down. Observe granite markings that plot the archaeologists’ grid, peer into a window that reveals remnant archaeology underfoot, consider the fascinating story of this site. The site had many different uses before it became a museum: First Government House, a carter’s yard, ‘tin shed’, a car park.
During the 1980s, archaeologists uncovered the drains and foundations of first Government House, along with thousands of fragments dating back to 1788. See some of the fascinating artefacts unearthed, including the skeleton of a dog. Was this a feral dog or a much loved pet, carefully buried by its owner, perhaps one of the Governors? Look through the artifacts and imagine life in and around the First Government House of two centuries ago.
EDGE OF THE TREES
Symbolising the first encounter between the Cadigal people and the First Fleet.
MOS 4 KIDS
Visiting MOS with children? Ask a guide for your free activity trail book.
Location: Corner Phillip and Bridge Streets, Sydney, NSW 2000
Telephone: 02 9251 5988
Admission:
- Adult $10 I
- Child/Concession $5 |
- Family $20 |
- Members free |
- Wheelchair access
Hours: Daily 9.30am – 5pm
Transport:
- Bus
- Train
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