1921–1922
The Shackleton–Rowett Quest Expedition was Shackleton’s final Antarctic journey, intended to explore and circumnavigate the continent. Delays and engine trouble redirected the expedition to South Georgia, where Shackleton died of a heart attack—marking the end of the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration.
Crew Members
Artefacts on Display
Shackleton’s
Cabin
Shackleton’s Cabin from the Quest, the space where he passed away, is preserved at the Shackleton Experience.
Heroic Leadership
Shackleton’s death in South Georgia in 1922 marked the symbolic end of the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration.
Yet his legacy lives on. His courage, vision, and unwavering commitment to his crew continue to inspire leaders, adventurers, and explorers across the globe, embodying the enduring spirit of human resilience.
