Allport Library and Museum of Fine Arts

No changes here.

As it was when I saw it some years back. Lighting kept very low but non flash photos allowed. Good enough info sheets. Sad to remember that the Allport family home also gifted to the city was later so...

Lovely collection and Tasmanian Aborigine drawings in there for a short time

This collection is located in the Libraries Tasmania building in Hobart - go into the foyer and at the back right hand side. The main collections are displayed like an old mansion with lots of furnitu...

Hidden gem

This museum is a gem, hidden away but easily accessible- and free! Quite the historic tour, with some very interesting pieces.

A hidden gem

This museum is centrally located, though a bit hard to find. The staff is extremely courteous and kind. We saw the exhibition called BIRD WOMAN. Their permanent display gives you a wonderful idea of t...

Leave time if you're visiting Hobart to visit the Allport

This is a long standing favourite for our family, beautifully maintained, intriguing and informative. We've done home school lessons by walking the Allport and having the children sketch some of the r...