School Holidays

Name: School Holidays
Start: 2023-11-23T10:00:00+11:00
End: 2024-04-26T17:00:00+10:00
Location: Australian Museum

Discover science and culture through a diverse program of interactive workshops for kids aged 5 to 16 years at the Australian Museum these school holidays!

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Museum-wide

School holiday activities at the Australian Museum

Are you looking for fun things to do with the kids in Sydney during the school holidays? The Australian Museum (AM) offers a range of educational activities to keep your kids entertained.

The AM is open every day of the school holidays, with free general entry! Only a short walk from Museum and St James train stations, the AM is easy to get to, and there is paid parking nearby for a visit whether it's raining or a sunny day out.

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Scientist For a Day: Archaeologist

Embark on an interactive journey into the captivating realm of archaeology, perfect for young scientists in the making.

16 & 17 April
9.30am - 3.30pm

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Egyptian Treasures

Unravel the secrets of Egyptian riches and create your own treasure box to take home in this short workshop guided by scientific illustrator and artist, Celia Curtis.

18 & 19 April
10am - 11am | 12pm - 1.30pm | 2.30pm - 4pm

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Egyptian Treasures: Auslan workshop for D/deaf, hard of hearing and CODA children

In this Auslan workshop guided by Angie Goto and Celia Curtis, unravel the secrets of Egyptian riches and create your own treasure box to take home.

19 April
12pm - 1.30pm

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Goliath Beetles (Scarabaeidae: Cetoniinae: Goliathini)

Scientist for a Day: Entomologist

This April, become an entomologist for a day and uncover the science of insects.

23 & 24 April
9.30am - 3.30pm

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Children at the Australian Museum Early Birds Autism and Sensory Friendly Morning.

Early Birds: Autism and sensory-friendly mornings

Visit the Museum in a reduced sensory, relaxed and supportive atmosphere.

Saturday 4 May 2024
8am - 10am

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What's on at the Australian Museum

Discover our exciting offer of permanent and special exhibitions to visit at the Australian Museum, as well as upcoming events including talks, workshops and First Nations cultural programs.

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