CULTURE SHOW
For you daily dose of culture, there’s no
denying the Museum of Old and New Art
(Mona) is Hobart’s modern icon. All fanfare
aside, Mona does not disappoint. The museum
offers an eclectic mix of exhibitions, delivered
with a side of difference, a splash of frivolity
and often a healthy dose of darkness. The
Mona complex has recently been extended
toencompassanewwing, Pharos – home to
some of James Turrell’s mind-expanding works
of light and darkness, as well as an excellent
new restaurant, Faro.
Mona is a 20-minute drive out of town or,alternatively, you can arrive in style by jumping
aboard the MR-1 fast ferry for the 25-minute
journey from Brooke Street Pier near Hobart’s
centre. Upgrade to the Posh Pit if you’d like
the luxury of drinks and canapés on the boat’s
private deck (very civilised!).
If you’re feeling the festive vibes, consider
timing your visit to Hobart around one of Mona’s
popular festivals. Mona Foma is a summer arts
and music festival held in January, while Dark
Mofo runs over the winter solstice in June,
offering a beacon of warmth in the depths of
Tassie’s winter. Both are excellent and offer
something for everyone.Mona museum entry selfies
Brooke St Pier. Good morning coffee
spot at Brooke St Larder at bottom levelFarm Gate Farmers Market
bakehouse treats“If you’re feeling
the festive
vibes, consider
timing your
visit to Hobart
around one of
Mona’s popular
festivals".