This interpretive display on the Mary Ann – the first paddle steamer on the Murray River – uses a clean, timber-themed layout to evoke 19th-century craftsmanship and river heritage. It combines historical storytelling, technical ship drawings, and archival photographs across four framed panels, creating a clear narrative flow from William Randell’s vision through to the vessel’s construction and launch. The inclusion of a physical model beneath the panels adds tactile dimension and educational value, helping visitors visualise the engineering and scale of the steamer. Warm lighting and natural tones give the space an inviting, museum-quality feel that highlights the pioneering innovation of early river transport.