Feel the past calling as the museum transports you back in time to when the town was a thriving pioneer port and then a popular seaside resort. Echoes of the encounter of Flinders and Baudin. Find out why the whales were hunted and discover the true story of the first shipwreck in South Australia, rediscovered in Encounter Bay and now a part of an interactive exhibit. View the artifacts brought back from the depths, watch as archeologists dived to discover its secrets.

Take a stroll through the gardens and the C1866 Heritage House depicting life in the early 1900s. Interactive displays, touchscreens, audio and activities for all ages. School and Tour groups are always welcome. A registered destination for the Children's University and Australian Adventure Passport. Holiday specials for children, annual events always something to look forward to. In December the museum is alight with Christmas lights, and participates in the local pageant and the Heritage Steam Ranger's Southern Lights Special, these plus other events not to be missed.

The premises are wheelchair friendly, bus parking and free carparking adjacent.

The Museum is conveniently located next to picnic areas, the start of the famous causeway and horse drawn tram and close to the railway station.