Lady Nelson Visitor & Discovery Centre
A full-size brig replica marking the European discovery of the region.
The Lady Nelson centre is hard to miss, fronted by a full-size replica of the brig whose crew first sighted the towering peak of Mount Gambier from the sea in 1800.
Inside, the discovery centre threads together the area's volcanic origins, its Aboriginal heritage and the European pioneer story, making it a strong orientation point before you head out to the crater lakes and caves.
It doubles as the region's main visitor information centre, so it's a sensible first stop for maps, advice and current tour times.
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Lady Nelson Visitor & Discovery Centre — frequently asked questions
What is the Lady Nelson Visitor Centre?
The Lady Nelson Visitor & Discovery Centre in Mount Gambier combines the region's main visitor information centre with discovery displays on its volcanic and pioneer history.
Why is it called the Lady Nelson?
It is named after the brig Lady Nelson, from which Mount Gambier was first sighted from the sea by Europeans in 1800; a full-size replica stands at the centre.
Is the Lady Nelson centre free to visit?
The visitor information area is free; some discovery displays may have an admission charge, so check current details when you arrive.
Image credits
- 1986 Replica of HMS Lady Nelson at Mount Gambier.jpg by Biatch , CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons