Hyde Park Barracks, UNESCO World Heritage museum in Sydney, Australia.
The Hyde Park Barracks Museum occupies a brick Georgian building with sandstone details and features exhibits about Australian colonial history.
Built in 1819 by convict architect Francis Greenway, the building first served as accommodation for 600 male convicts under Governor Macquarie's administration.
The museum presents narratives of convicts, immigrants, and Aboriginal communities through exhibits, archaeological findings, and historical artifacts.
Located on Macquarie Street in central Sydney, the museum opens daily from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, except on Good Friday and Christmas Day.
Visitors can experience convict life through interactive exhibits where children wear period clothing and sleep in hammocks like the original inhabitants.
Location: Sydney
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Part of: Australian Convict Sites
Address: Queens Square/10 Macquarie St, Sydney NSW 2000
Website: https://sydneylivingmuseums.com.au/hyde-park-barracks-museum
GPS coordinates: -33.86957,151.21275
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:24
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