Lyons Cottage

Also known as BAT (British Australian Telegraph) House, Lyons Cottage is an early example of Darwin architecture.

Located on the Esplanade overlooking the harbour, Lyons Cottage is the only remaining example of colonial bungalow style architecture to be found in Darwin.

The building is constructed of locally quarried porcelanite stone and in its time, was the first stone residence constructed in Darwin for thirty years.

Featuring shuttered windows and high ceilings, the design of the cottage echoes the distinctive architectural style of British colonial dwellings in India, Malaysia and Singapore.

Lyons Cottage houses a collection of Larrakia and European early history.

Admission Charges

Free

Opening Hours

Opening hours:10am to 3pm daily, closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Years Day and Good Friday.

Facilities

Wheelchair access

Location

74 The Esplanade,
Darwin

Postal Address

PO Box 4646,
Darwin, NT 0801

Telephone: (08) 8981 1750
Facsimile: (08) 8981 8077

 

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