Long-term exhibitions

mapiya lumi | around here

Henry Hunter Galleries, Level 1

– PLEASE NOTE BOOKINGS ARE NO LONGER REQUIRED FOR FAMILY VISITS. ENQUIRE HERE FOR GROUP BOOKINGS –

mapiya lumi | around here is TMAG’s long-term exhibition for children 0-7 years.

This exhibition is a specially-developed, age-appropriate museum experience for young children and their carers.

‘mapiya lumi’ means ‘around here’ in palawa kani, and reflects a focus in the exhibition on a sense of home and place that is unique to the islands that make up lutruwita/Tasmania.

Designed with the child’s perspective in mind, the exhibition takes you through Tasmania as a ‘little big home’ – a place of deep oceans, soaring rock columns and tumbling waterfalls, but also a place for tiny nests, comfy kitchens, and fire pit stories.

With a dedicated space for ages 0-3 and a range of exciting spaces to discover for children aged 3 and over, mapiya lumi | around here is a unique new cultural experience for young families visiting TMAG.

From glowing rocks to a pre-historic fossil, from beautiful paper-cut worlds to an ancient story in the sky – what will you find ‘around here’?

Entry to mapiya lumi | around here is free. The gallery operates as a drop in experience with bookings no longer required, unless you're bringing a group of 10+ people. Capacity limits apply.

To find out more about the gallery and your visit to mapiya lumi | around here, please download our frequently asked questions. You can also find out about events and activities related to the gallery at our Events page.

Download the mapiya lumi | around here visitor guide (PDF 6.1 MB) for details on the objects, makers and creators.

mapiya lumi | around here Teacher Resource. Use this helpful guide to the exhibition to develop ideas and understanding when visiting the gallery.