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Welcome to the Museum at the End of the World

Whether you're planning an in-person visit or simply seeking to satisfy your curiosity, our site is your gateway to exploring the museum and Grytviken. No plane ticket required — your journey begins here, online

The South Georgia Museum is located in Grytviken on the sub-Antarctic island of South Georgia. The main building, known as the Manager’s Villa, was built in 1914 to house the manager of Grytviken whaling station, his family and staff. Admission to the museum is free, offering visitors the opportunity to explore collections reflecting all the main areas of the island’s history, human heritage and natural history. Exhibitions include discovery, sealing, whaling, Sir Ernest Shackleton, surveying and expeditions, social history, maritime and military history, and natural history.

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History of South Georgia

Discover the fascinating history of South Georgia, from discovery to present day.

History of South Georgia

Grytviken

Once a bustling whaling station on the sub-Antarctic island of South Georgia, Grytviken is the home of the South Georgia Museum.

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Explore the Museum – embark on a journey without leaving home

Are you an armchair explorer yearning for adventure from the comfort of your own chair? Look no further! The South Georgia Museum invites you to dive into an immersive online experience that captures the spirit of exploration.

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Explore the collection

Get closer to the collection and explore the social history of South Georgia through its objects. Choose from our curated selection below, revealing fascinating stories from the days of sealing and whaling, discovery and exploration, natural history to science and research. You can also explore our collection online, a new database giving you access to our full collection.

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Discovery & Exploration

Maritime

Natural History

Sealing

Social History

Whaling

Visit the Museum

The Museum is located in Grytviken, a former whaling station on the sub-Antarctic island of South Georgia. The collections are owned by the Government of South Georgia & the South Sandwich Islands (GSGSSI), a British Overseas Territory in the Southern Atlantic Ocean.The museum is managed and operated by the charity South Georgia Heritage Trust (SGHT) which is based in Dundee, Scotland.

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Support the South Georgia Museum

Help us preserve South Georgia’s rich history and heritage. Join us in protecting our past for future generations — donate today

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