Museum - Hobart Convict Penitentiary in Hobart, Tasmania

The Hobart Convict Penitentiary hosts a wide array of tours for guests visiting Hobart. There is something for everyone. From Ghost Tours and Gallows Walks, to Paranormal Investigations, and our daily guided experience that showcases the site, and the world-class convict film, 'Pandemonium'. All experiences are lead by passionate and knowledgeable guides. We are open and look forward to sharing with you the incredible history of this internationally significant convict site located right in the heart of Hobart CBD!

Head to Runnymede this Sunday 8 November from 10am to 2pm for one of our most popular annual events, the annual Spring Garden Fair. In addition to loads of plan...ts for sale, there will also be compost, books, bric a brac and more! Due to COVID-19 restrictions, visitor numbers are limited. Please book for free online via the link below. Entry is by gold coin donation. https://nationaltrusttas.rezdy.com//runnymede-spring-garde

** An Important Update for Members and Volunteers** We are writing to you regarding the current Coronavirus Pandemic Crisis. After much consideration, The Board of the National Trust Tasmania has made the decision to close the following properties to the public as of Saturday 21st March 2020: Clarendon Estate, The Australian Fly Fishing Museum, Franklin House, Home Hill, Latrobe Courthouse Museum, Launceston Synagogue, Mt Lyell Mine Manager’s Offices, Oak Lodge, Penitentiary... Chapel Historic Site and Runnymede. To download our statement in full please click: https://d3n8a8pro7vhmx.cloudfront.net//2020-03-20_-_Update

Head along to Clarendon on Friday March 13th, Saturday 14th, or Sunday 15th and enjoy an evening of Shakespeare's greatest works set against the stunning backdrop of our grandest heritage property. Presented by Three River Theatre, each performance will be an intimate experience, with bookings essential via www.trybooking.com/BIGTU Book now to avoid missing out!

Next week Runnymede will be hosting a Heritage Workshop on Wrought Iron. There are still places available!

A short volunteer position at the National Trust Tasmania could be just what you need to kickstart your career!

The Hobart Convict Penitentiary will be closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Check out our Booking Website for upcoming available sessions as we head into 2020!

Time is running out to book your tickets to join us at our Lockdown this Friday the 13th. There is a new ticket price, and the Gallows are still available to sleep in, if you're brave enough!

Not long now, until it's time to spend the night! Time is running out to purchase your tickets to our Lockdown event. There are only 10 spaces for this event Spend 10 hours inside, dusk til dawn. You'll be told more than a few spooky tales with a Ghost Tour to start the evening, then join our Paranormal Investigators, perhaps confirm if the stories are true. There is also a chance to take a snooze in the Gallows. So, are you brave enough?

We are excited to be part of Open House Hobart for 2019. You can find us open to view and wander between 10am and 2pm across Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th November!

Come join us for a Halloween double feature! You can join us for a Ghost Tour at 8:30pm, and then stick around to see if the stories are true with our Halloween Paranormal Investigation.

Just a time correction for the event tomorrow. Starts at 1pm instead of 12pm. We look forward to seeing you there!