Donate

Contribute directly to the on-going care, development and conservation of our much-loved collections here at the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum & Gallery.

Through on-going support, the Museum has been able to grow into a significant arts and culture hub for the Shoalhaven, with a world-renowned collection of maritime artefacts and historic vessels as well as temporary galleries showcasing a diverse range of exhibitions throughout the year.

Your support will ensure that all works and historic artifacts are homed in the best conditions for years to come.

Donate to our Acquisitions Fund and directly support the growth of our collection. Every contribution enables the purchase of significant objects that deepen our stories, preserve maritime heritage, and strengthen the Jervis Bay Maritime Museum & Gallery collection for future generations.

Help us maintain and restore our collection of historic vessels.

The Museum has had the unique opportunity to purchase a 20 foot fishing boat named ‘Wampoo’ (pictured above) for our collection. Built by Mr Vic Hoyle at Myola in 1954 for three local friends, ‘Wampoo’ not only tells a wonderful story about community and friendship but is also a tangible link to the history of Jervis Bay and its community.

Your donation will play an important role in showcasing Huskisson’s rich social history and ensure that ‘Wampoo’ will be loved and cared for for generations to come.

The Jervis Bay Maritime Museum is registered for the Commonwealth Government Cultural Gifts Program which offers tax incentives to donors.

Donations to the Museum within this program, and that meet our Collection Acquisition Policy framework, can be tax deductible.

Donors can be individuals, companies, trusts, or other types of taxpayer.

Much of its operating revenue is raised through museum entry. Your contribution will help us deliver a changing program of exhibitions, events and learning programs for the whole community.

Recent donations to the museum collection include the Halloran Business Archive, which has been deemed unique by leading historian Dr. Terry Kass, a precious scrapbook belonging to local artist Billy Bedwell, and an impressive model of the steamship Merimbula.

Every donation, big or small, helps us nurture the gardens, care for the collection, keep our vessels in ship-shape, and continue offering meaningful public programs and exhibitions for the community and visitors alike.

• $5 helps our much loved and free, kids treasure hunt
• $15 buys a beautiful new native plant for our Wirreecoo Garden
• $50 contributes to maintaining tools and supplying varnishes and paints for our on-going boat restorations
• $1000 supports our on-going development and delivery of quality public programs, guest speakers and special community events.