The Captain’s Cottage Museum captures the history of Murray Bridge and its surrounding area.
This treasure house offers an extensive collection of historic engines and farm machinery, model boat, train and toy exhibits, and an amazing photographic collection – all from a bygone era.
Events and Tours
Host your next event, family gathering, or group get-together at the Captain’s Cottage Museum.
Private Events
The Captain’s Cottage Museum is available for private events, from celebrations to casual gatherings. The beautiful cottage gardens, sweeping lawns and spacious rotunda provide a welcoming and versatile venue.
Midweek Tours and School Groups
Midweek tours and school group visits to the Captain’s Cottage are available by appointment.
For bookings or further information about Captain’s Cottage, please contact us at captainscottage@murraybridge.sa.gov.au or call (08) 8539 1142. You can also book online via SpaceTo here.
Opening Hours
Monday: 10am – 4pm
Weekends: 10am – 4pm
Public Holidays: 10am – 4pm
Tuesday – Friday: By appointment only
Adult $5 | Children $3 | Family $10 | Free entry for local resident with 1 paying customer
Ask us about school groups, tour groups, weddings and venue hire.
Captain's Cottage Fees | |
|---|---|
Function Hire - (hire of Museum Artefacts and grounds) - up to 8 hours | $166.00 |
Weddings - (hire of Museum Artefacts and grounds) - service and photos | $330.00 |
Entry only – adult | $5.00 |
Entry only – child | $3.00 |
Entry only – family | $10.00 |
School tours – per student | $5.00 |
Group bookings – greater than 15 people (per adult) | $5.00 |
Morning Tea per person - By prior arrangement (coffee, tea, biscuits) | $5.00 |
Morning Tea per person - By prior arrangement (coffee, tea, biscuits, cake, fruit) | $8.00 |
Local resident with 1 paying customer | Free |
Key bond (GST free) | $50.00 |
Bond (GST Free) | $200.00 |
Experience life as it was...
The Captain’s Cottage Museum captures the history of Murray Bridge and the surrounding area.
The Captain’s Cottage, built by Captain Adam Johnstone in 1890 for his wife and their nine children, lets you experience life as it was at the turn of the century.
The museum is also a Children's University learning destination, providing engaging educational experiences that connect local history with hands-on learning.
Contact Us
Phone: 08 8539 1142
Email: captainscottage@murraybridge.sa.gov.au
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/captainscottagemuseum/
The Captain's Cottage is a Children's University learning destination, click here to learn more.