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24.01.2022 Today is World Tourism day and as we know the Covid-19 pandemic had hit the tourism industry world wide, the hardest. Our beautiful island home totally relies o...n tourism, and after many months without visitors we are now slowly opening up again. Please travel responsibly, we are here ready and waiting to show you around. "Kam lookorn" Come and have a look. #travelhere #domestictravel World Tourism Day See more

23.01.2022 The House Museum at No. 10 Quality Row is a beautifully restored Georgian house that was built in 1844 for Foreman of the Works. Then in 1856, this house and others became the new home for the Pitcairn Islanders, descendants of the Mutiny on the Bounty. No.10 is open Monday - Saturday 11am - 3pm.

22.01.2022 Norfolk Island Golf Club Kingston A few weeks ago I took a few photographs at the the golf club, the men were harvesting grass. Then a last week during a walk ...around the coastal edge of the golf course, I found were the grass had been laid by the old windmill ruins and the 13th Green. Well done yourlie, the golfers will like the new grass down on the waterfront #visitnorfolkisland #norfolkisland #norfolkislandgolfclub #kingston See more

19.01.2022 The theme for the Museum's School holiday programme is "A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words" and here is the proof! The kids have created the drawings by using a replica Pantograph, similar to what was used on the HMS Sirius. There is one more week of school holidays, so head "daun' taun" and pick up an activity booklet from any Museum or the R.E.O Bookshop. All school aged children and locals living on the island have free entry to all Museum venues. #norfolkislandhistory #kingston #museumactivities

19.01.2022 At 11 o’clock on the 11th day of November in 1918 the guns fell silent. On this day and on ANZAC Day each year, we acknowledge those who sacrificed their tomorrows for our today. "In 1914, when the First World War began, there were about 800 people living on the island. Seventy-seven Islanders went overseas to fight. You can look at the names on the Cenotaph, and see that two of the people who went were women. Eleven men were killed in the war, and twelve came back wounded" ...~ Courtesy of the Norfolk Island Living Library Lest we Forget ~ We nawa Gwen forget dem Be sure to visit the Museums on your next visit. The Royal Engineers Office (REO) currently has a temporary display of wartime memorabilia.

19.01.2022 As part of the school holiday program this holidays, the Norfolk Island Museums is encouraging kids (and adults!) to submit cartoons of what life is like on Norfolk Island. Be as creative as you like with the current exhibition Pacific Publications and Pictures an easy source of inspiration if you get stuck. Just some ideas include: Iconic Norfolk scene or wildlife Your favorite Island activity/hobby Best memory Political cartoon or comment ... Comment about Covid-19 We welcome all entries from all ages. Everyone who drops off their cartoon to the museum will go into a drawer to win a prize so whether a stick figure or a detailed sketch you are in with a chance to win. Winners will be drawn on Friday the 16th we look forward to seeing your entries! If you have questions just ring us at the Museum at 23788 or email at [email protected] See more

18.01.2022 A team of divers have been on Norfolk Island since 6 November conducting four test trench excavations from the sea floor on the west side of the Kingston Pier. The divers are on island to investigate archaeology deposits ahead of Commonwealth funded improvements to the channel planned for next year. Team members from the company Cosmos Archaeology are leading the project and include Cosmos Coroneos, Jane Mitchell, Milly Bendell and Conner McBrian. Three divers from the compa...ny Professional Diving Services are also present and include Malcolm Venturoni, Jason Blackwell and James Parkinson. You will also be able to spot a number of local faces with Ebony, Jesse and Jett working as sifters on the project, carefully checking the debris for artefacts. The dive team have also been contracted to inspect the 1790 shipwreck site of HMS Sirius which is located off Slaughter Bay. This is the first step in the development of a new management plan for the site. The majority of artefacts from the Sirius wreck were excavated and preserved on Norfolk Island in the 1980s, with a later dive project occurring in 2002. A number of anchors and large ballast mound still remain in-situ which the team have re-photographed and examined for the purpose of documenting how the site has changed over the decades since the initial survey. The team has recorded what appears to be a previously undocumented anchor located within one of the smaller ballast mounds. Conditions over the site have provided the opportunity for an excellent aerial video recording by drone to be done. This footage has been generously donated to the project by Nathan Weaver. Like the photogrammetry, the footage will provide an additional perspective to study the remaining artefacts. Have questions or just curious about diving or archaeology? The team will be back on Island in the coming months, be sure to catch them daun’taun when they return. #maritimehistory #kingstonpier #HMSSirius See more

17.01.2022 Emily Bay is just beautiful today! Postcard perfect! I walked to the raft! #norfolkisland #emilybay #norfolkislandgardentours #bestdestination #bestbeachintheworld

16.01.2022 One of the exciting school holiday activities kids can do at the Norfolk Island Museums, is Pantograph drawing! Check out this video clip to see what it is all about. Also look out for the Pantograph artefact from the HMS Sirius, which is on display. #theresmoretonorfolkisland #learninghistory.

14.01.2022 Celebrating 100 years at the Chapel! It's been 100 years since the Mission Chapel was gifted to the Norfolk Island Community. This years Spring Fair will celebr...ate this important Island precinct and the many significant memories and ministries of the last hundred years. All are welcome to Join in the celebrations at the Spring Fair Community picnic today. #norfolkisland #missionchapel #springfair

12.01.2022 This week on Norfolk we celebrate Thanksgiving Day Morla (tomorrow) and today we have our annual Taste Norfolk's Bounty festival night. So we thought we would s...hare some of our locally grown produce. Ahh we can taste the goodness already. Enjoy #norfolkisland #localproduce #tastesamazing See more

11.01.2022 Uncover the fate of the HMS Sirius, flagship of the First Fleet at the Sirius museum. The ship was wrecked on Norfolk Island in 1790. The objects you’ll see include a one tonne anchor, carronades, cannon balls and delicate pieces from the Officer’s Quarters. Over 6,000 items have been recovered from the wreck site, which lies about 100 metres away on Slaughter Bay reef. Opening hours are Monday to Friday 11am - 3pm, 'kam lookorn' Come and have a look!

10.01.2022 Two Year 9 Norfolk Island Central School classes, recently visited the Museums. Mr Howlett’s maritime studies class visited the Pier Store and the Sirius Museum to learn about how shipwreck materials are conserved. Mr Wray’s history class visited the Polynesian Marae site and visited the Commissariat Store to view stone tools and artefacts recovered in the 1990s archaeological digs at Emily Bay. The Museum staff had a great morning with the students and enjoyed answering all their insightful questions. #kingstonmuseums #historylessons

09.01.2022 With over 60 children visiting the Norfolk Island Museums as part of the School Holiday program, we had many people both young and old inspired to draw a cartoon of Norfolk Island life. All entries went into a draw, and we are pleased to announce the following winners: Alasdair: Cartoon of a Medivac flight Frejja: Cartoon of the whaling industry... Ruby: Cartoon of a plane Multiple entries focused on planes (with Foxy’s cartoons at the REO perhaps providing guidance) but other topics depicted include fishing, birthday parties, falling avocados, Norfolk’s sea life and trips to Mount Pitt. We’d like to thank all those who entered and supported the School Holiday program. All the artworks will stay on display with the Temporary Exhibition ‘Pacific Pictures and Publications at the R.E.O until March 2021. #norfolkislandhistory #kingston #museumactivities

07.01.2022 Take your holiday 'overseas' this summer and discover 360 of wonder on Norfolk Island, a South Pacific gem. Don't miss out flights are filling up fast. #visitnorfolkisland #holidayhere #airnewzealand

06.01.2022 All 4 Museums at Kingston have a tale to tell and you can unlock the incredible stories with a Museum pass. The pass is great value for money, only $35 to explore at your own pace with unlimited visits. The pass gives you entry to the Research Centre (actual family research fees apply) and includes the car-tag-along tours. Save $5 at time of purchase (pay $50 instead of $55) to join the only dedicated Cemetery tour "For whom the bell tolls." School children and locals are free. Passes can be purchased at any Museum or the Visitor Information Centre. "Kam lukorn" Come and have a look" #360ofStory #norfolkislandhistory

05.01.2022 The first European known to have sighted Norfolk Island was Captain James Cook on this day 10 October 1774, on his second voyage around the world. He named th...e island after the Duchess of Norfolk. The Captain Cook monument is located on the northern side, in the National Park. #discoveryday #norfolkislandhistory See more

05.01.2022 Norfolk Island Museum is hosting the 2021 Congress for the Australasian Federation of Family History Organisation (AFFHO). #historyinparadise #affho #norfolkislandhistory

04.01.2022 The Royal Engineers Office (R.E.O) built c.1850 is the place to begin your visit to the Kingston, UNESCO World Heritage area. Here you can buy an extensive range of books and souvenirs, the Museum entry pass and light refreshments. Located at the Kingston pier opposite the Pier Store museum, it is the meeting place for the Car-tag-along tour and on display is the exhibition "Pacific Publications and Pictures". #norfolkislandhistory #museumshop #Kingston Open Monday to Friday 9am-3pm.

03.01.2022 The Pier store was built in 1825 as a Commissariat (a Government or Military store) It has been a mill, a guard-room, a store, a customs shed and the upper storey has even been a coffin room! In 1988 the 2 storey building became available for use by the Norfolk Island Museums. Located at the Kingston pier, the stories take you from the famous mutiny onboard the Bounty, to Pitcairn Island and settlement by the descendants to Norfolk Island in 1856. The islanders brought with them one of the Bounty canons which is a highlight of the collection. Kam Lukorn" Come and have a look. #weareopen #convictmade #norfolkislandhistory

03.01.2022 Funding received to assist the Australian Convict Sites during COVID-19 In response to the downturn in tourism which has impacted the Australian Convict Sites f...ollowing the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department of Agriculture, Water and Environment have announced funding to be provided to assist with projects aimed at enhancing visitor experiences at a number of our sites. The stimulus package will provide around $33.5 million to enhance tourism infrastructure at World and National Heritage properties around Australia, including several Australian Convict Sites. The 11 Australian Convict Sites are dispersed around Australia, each one positioned in a unique setting with different stories and experiences which feed into our convict history. While we may not be able to travel just yet, we can still visit and support these incredible sites local to our state. Congratulations to all! Video produced by Sarah Abad.

02.01.2022 10 things you might not know about Norfolk Island - We have our own unique Language a fusion of 18th Century English and Tahitian - We have our own thrivin...g food industry all produce is grown locally apart from some imported potatoes, ginger, garlic and brown onion. - Our exclusive phone book includes a nickname section. - Thanksgiving day is a big deal largely thankful to American trader Isaac Robinson - The fishing is INSANE! - One of Australia’s most famous writers called Norfolk Island Home. - The infamous Mutiny on the Bounty plays a big part in the islands History. For example Bounty Day (Anniversary Day) celebrates the birth of the current distinctive Norfolk Culture and is the most important Historical Day on Norfolk Island’s calendar. - Norfolk Island has 182 Native plants, 40 endemic to the island and 15 of our plant species are considered critically endangered. - The road rules are different here, cows have right of way NOT cars - We receive our food and other goods via cargo ship every month or so... See more