Museum of Art and Culture Lake Macquarie (MAC yapang)
Last updated October 2026
Free lakeside art museum at Booragul with a sculpture park, kids' activity trail and picnic lawns.
Lake Macquarie City Council's art museum on the lake shore at Booragul, set in a sculpture park with more than 22 large-scale artworks across five hectares. Admission to the museum is free and the sculpture park is free and always open, with accessible pathways and picnic spots. Families can pick up or download a Sculpture Park activity guide with activities for kids. Free guided tours are available. The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday 9am to 3pm, with ramp access for prams, baby change facilities and parking. A cafe opens on 19 October 2026, as of October 2026.
Facts checked against the venue's own website on 14 October 2026.
Details
Address: 2A First Street, Booragul NSW 2284
Location: Booragul, Newcastle, NSW
Phone: 02 4921 0382
Website: https://mac.lakemac.com.au/
Price: Free
Ages: 0–17 years
Category: Museums & Science Centres
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