Daily 75-minute sessions: 9.15am, 10.45am, 12.15pm, 2pm, 3.30pmThis 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.
Saturday to Monday until 8 June, on the hour from 10.15am to 3.15pmBe transported to one of the world’s most breathtaking and pristine landscapes in The Great Kimberley Wilderness – a 35-minute virtual reality documentary narrated by Luke Hemsworth.
Play free at the Tim and Gina Fairfax Discovery Centre in celebration of World Oceans Day. For children of all abilities from birth to 6 years, their families and carers.
Join us for a powerful conversation between Rosie Batty AO, Professor Tom Calma AO and Virginia Haussegger AM. Drawing on lived experience, the panel will explore how recognition can amplify voices, create visibility and drive lasting social change.
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.
Meet Dr Jilda Andrews, Deputy Director First Nations at the Museum. Join us as Jilda outlines the commitment to integrating First Nations stories, material, content, perspective, culture and ideas in the work we do, and hear how future strategy will safeguard communities as the authority of their histories and cultural knowledge to deliver an inclusive national narrative.
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 3.15pmJoin a free 10-minute host talk in our Great Southern Land or First Australians galleries or the Garden of Australian Dreams.
10amThis 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.
3–4pmTake a guided tour with one of our hosts to learn about First Nations peoples, their history, culture and connection to country.From 27 May to 3 June, take a free tour as part of Reconciliation Week.
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, 4pmTraverse the vast, vibrant Australian continent on this tour of the Museum’s environmental history gallery, Great Southern Land.
Tuesdays and Thursdays during ACT school termEnjoy free 15-minute story time sessions in the workshop next to the Discovery Centre. Drop-in, places are limited.
First Tuesday of the monthExplore the Tim and Gina Fairfax Discovery Centre in quiet hours sessions for visitors who prefer a quieter experience. These sessions offer reduced noise and sensory experiences.
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.
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The National Museum of Australia acknowledges First Australians and recognises their continuous connection to Country, community and culture.
