The History Trust of SA has announced its museums are now open to the public following the State’s successful seven-day lockdown.
The History Trust said that as of 28 July the Migration Museum, the National Motor Museum and the South Australian Maritime Museum, along with the Centre of Democracy, had reopened.
It said that to keep visitors and team members safe, museums would open with a capacity of 1 person per 4 square metres, in compliance with Government requirements.
It said however, the updated COVIDSafe guidelines had impacted school visits and public events across its locations, with all Department for Education school bookings cancelled for the next week and until advised.
“We are speaking directly with those school groups already booked to either cancel or postpone visits,” the Trust said.
“Meanwhile, our online education programs have not been affected and we welcome inquiries about our virtual museums visits.”
The History Trust said existing COVIDSafe practices were still in place, with ongoing regular cleaning; numerous hand sanitiser stations for visitors; physical distancing guidance; and QR code contact tracing.
It said all team members had been trained in site-specific COVIDSafe plans and processes and as COVID Marshals.
The History Trust said, as per Government regulations, visitors must wear masks in its museums and galleries.
“We ask that all visitors bring a mask to wear,” it said.
“If you do not have your own, our front desk teams can provide you with a mask.”
The History Trust said the health and safety of its teams, visitors and volunteers remained a priority and it would continue to monitor the situation, with any updates posted on its website.
The History Trust website, including online educational resources, can be accessed at this PS News link.
