The Residency

The Residency is a heritage-listed historic building in the Alice Springs Heritage Precinct in central Alice Springs, Northern Territory. Built in 1928 as the residence for the Government Resident of Central Australia, it is the oldest surviving government residence in the town. Set among landscaped grounds with other heritage buildings, it now operates as a museum and gallery showcasing local history, art and heritage displays, reflecting the administrative and social development of Central Australia.

Visitors can expect a single-storey heritage building with white rendered walls, verandas and period interiors set within the Alice Springs Heritage Precinct gardens. Inside are curated displays on local history, photographs, artworks and interpretive panels about Central Australia's administration. The grounds include lawns, mature trees and pathways linking to adjacent heritage buildings such as Hartley Street School and Adelaide House. Guided tours and self-guided walks are available.