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MAGNT Darwin
Gaypalani Waṉambi: 2025 Telstra Art Award Winner, Burwu, blossom 2025 (detail), etched steel panels, aerosol paint, 198.5 x 299 x 3cm. Courtesy of the artist and Buku-Larrŋgay Mulka. Image MAGNT Georgina Campbell
Family Fun
Days Vary | 10.30am
Discovery Centre Drop-In Activities
Drop-in and discover activities and fun for everyone!
Family Fun
Every Friday | 10.30am
Mini Makers at MAGNT
For little creatives with big ideas.
Exhibition at Fannie Bay Gaol
1 - 14 August | 10am - 2pm
Behind the Wire: NT Art from the Inside
An exhibition at Fannie Bay Gaol showcasing powerful artworks from across the Northern Territory.
Celebrate
Friday 7 August | 6pm
2026 Telstra NATSIAA Awards Ceremony
An evening of celebration under the stars.
In Conversation
Saturday 8 August | 10am
2026 Telstra NATSIAA Judges and Curator
Gain insight into the processes of curating and judging 2026 Telstra NATSIAA.
In Conversation
Saturday 8 August | 1pm
2026 Telstra NATSIAA Artists and Curator
Gain a deeper understanding of the artworks created by selected 2026 Telstra NATSIAA finalists.
In Conversation
Thursday 13 August | 5.30pm
A Short History of Independent Printmaking in the Territory
With artists Franck Gohier and Therese Ritchie.
Experience
14 - 18 August | Multiple Shows
WaveRider
Get swept up in a thrilling acrobatic ocean adventure with Legs on the Wall.
Screening
15 and 16 August | 12pm + 2.30pm
Ocean with David Attenborough
A film showcasing the ocean’s beauty and its importance for all life on Earth.
Sunday Funday
Sunday 16 August | 11am
Muddy Mangroves
Run by MAGNT Lead STEAM Educator, Caitlin Conway, this hands-on workshop is perfect for children with curious minds.
In Conversation
Sunday 16 August | 4.30pm
Ocean Reflections
A discussion on the importance of marine biodiversity and conservation.
Screening
Thursday 20 August | 5.30pm
Relawati
An immersion in Rifa'iyak Batik from Batang, Central Java.
Exhibition in Focus
Tuesday 8 September | 11am
Transformations
Explore the seasonality of the Top End in the Natural Science gallery.
Sunday Funday
Sunday 20 September | 11am
Nautical Knots
Run by MAGNT Lead STEAM Educator, Caitlin Conway, this hands-on workshop is perfect for children with curious minds.
Children's Workshop
Wednesday 23 September | 1.30pm
Welcome Back Shorebirds
Learn about shorebirds common to Darwin and create artwork inspired by them!
Children's Field Trip
Thursday 24 September | 8am
Exploring Ecosystems
A morning of exploring for budding citizen scientists.
MAGNT Foundation Fundraiser
Thursday 24 September | 6pm
Natural Science Trivia Night
Join us for an evening of furry facts and thorny questions!
Overnight Odyssey
Friday 25 September | 5pm
Snug Bugs
Join the MAGNT Education team for a sleepover at the museum. Goodnight Sweetheart!
Children's Tour
Tuesday 29 September | 10.30am
The Natural Science Wet Store
Explore MAGNT's collection of soft-bodied animals in the Wet Store.
Children's Tour
Tuesday 29 September | 2.30pm
The Natural Science Wet Store
Explore MAGNT's collection of soft-bodied animals in the Wet Store.
Screening
11 - 20 September
Darwin International Film Festival
Films from Darwin's premiere annual film festival at MAGNT.
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