Calendar

Daily 75-minute sessions: 9.15am, 10.45am, 12.15pm, 2pm, 3.30pm
This fun, immersive play and learn space is designed for children of all abilities from birth to 6 years, their families and carers. Every session includes free, child-led activities in our mini makers corner.

From 17 June, daily except Fridays
Dive into the living heart of one of the world’s most spectacular natural wonders. Life in the Great Barrier Reef is a breathtaking 360-degree VR journey through the UNESCO World Heritage listed marine park.

Daily 1 July to 11 October, except Fridays during ACT school term
11.15am, 1.15pm, 3.15pm
Back by popular demand, The Antarctica Experience VR takes visitors on a tour of the icy continent from a helicopter cockpit. Marvel at the spectacular southern lights and learn about daily life in some of the harshest conditions on Earth.

Journey with us to the heart of Antarctica this winter. Discover untold stories from Australians who have ventured to the frozen continent, with fascinating objects and hands-on activities for all ages.

Saturday & Sunday, 11am and 2pm and Monday to Friday, 11am
Join a 45-minute tour with one of our expert hosts to hear the stories behind the story of Australians in Antarctica.

4 & 5 July
Be among the first to see our stunning new Antarctica exhibition, with fun and free hands-on activities and live music!

This guided tour provides an excellent introduction to the Museum, exploring highlights from our permanent exhibition galleries.

Talking Blak to History in our First Australians gallery features powerful objects and stories that speak to the aftermath of colonisation, of survival and resilience.

Quarter past the hour from 10.15am to 3.15pm
Join a free 10-minute host talk in our Great Southern Land or First Australians galleries or the Garden of Australian Dreams.

10am
This guided tour provides an insight into the stories and meanings hidden in the Museum building, design and landscapes. Please wear appropriate footwear for walking outside.

Celebrate NAIDOC Week with a free tour, 3–4pm, 4 to 12 July
Take a guided tour with one of our hosts to learn about First Nations peoples, their history, culture and connection to country.

Explore stunning objects and rich multi-sensory experiences as you discover the story of the vast, vibrant Australian continent. See how the continent has transformed into one of the most diverse and resilient places on Earth – and how these changes can guide us in the future.

Daily at 9am, 11am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm
Traverse the vast, vibrant Australian continent on this tour of the Museum’s environmental history gallery, Great Southern Land.

From the encounters between this continent’s First Nations peoples and those on board the Endeavour, through to Covid-19 and school strikes for climate, Landmarks explores the moments and objects that help define the Australian nation.

How do you tell the epic story of Australians in Antarctica? Discover the stories that spoke most to curators Dr Laura Cook and Dr Jono Lineen in this special opening weekend event.

What attracts Australians to live and work on the coldest, driest and windiest continent on Earth? Hear from Australian Antarctic Division staff as they reflect on the risks and rewards of working in Antarctica, in this special opening weekend event.