Opening hours
- Monday
- 11:00 – 15:00
- Tuesday
- 11:00 – 15:00
- Wednesday
- 11:00 – 15:00
- Thursday
- 11:00 – 15:00
- Friday
- 11:00 – 15:00
- Saturday
- 11:00 – 15:00
- Sunday
- 11:00 – 15:00
What’s on
The week’s programme
On now
Events
12 events
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Early Birds: Autism and Sensory-friendly Mornings
Tue, 11 Aug
Visit the Museum in a reduced sensory, relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Low sensory. Free, registration required.
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Sydney Science Trail
Tue, 11 Aug
Celebrate National Science Week in August with a jam-packed program of science excursions for primary and secondary students presented in collaboration with Botanic Gardens of Sydney.
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Waranara Tours
Tue, 11 Aug
Expand your understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures on this unique tour of objects from the Australian Museum's collections, led by a First Nations guide. Auslan interpreted tours are held on the first Saturday of each month.
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DinoSnore: Sleepover at the Museum
Tue, 11 Aug
Spend the night at the Australian Museum and enjoy an action-packed program, including dinner and breakfast, guided torchlight tours, interactive experiences and more. Sold out.
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Explorer Backpacks
Tue, 11 Aug
Discover the Australian Museum's Dinosaurs or Wild Planet galleries with your child or children through hiring a themed Explorer Backpack of your choice.
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Winhangadurinya: Aboriginal Meditation
Tue, 11 Aug
Immerse yourself in the healing space of Aboriginal spirituality, in this authentic and heartfelt meditation workshop.
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Australian Museum Highlight Tours
Tue, 11 Aug
Make the most of your trip to the Australian Museum with free volunteer-led introductory tours of the permanent galleries. Tours are subject to availability.
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Sydney Science Trail: Community Day
Sat, 15 Aug
Join us for a one-day science bonanza, jam-packed with science shows and activities for kids of all ages. Free entry, registrations required, with some paid experiences.
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The Science Social
Wed, 19 Aug
This annual science get-together offers an evening of discovery, research highlights and engaging conversations hosted in collaboration with Botanic Gardens of Sydney and University of Technology Sydney. Free, registration required.
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STEM Together
Sat, 5 Sept
Get hands-on with STEM and discover how things move in this fun, team-based challenge for kids and grown-ups. Sold out.
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Embedding First Nations perspectives in the History classroom
Fri, 25 Sept
Learn how to authentically embed First Nations perspectives in the History classroom in this NESA accredited professional development program at the Australian Museum. General entry to the Australian Museum is free.
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Jurassic Lounge
Sat, 26 Sept
Sydney's iconic adults-only museum party is back for a night of devilish fun.
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Hours and details
Discover our exciting exhibitions and program of events including Prehistoric Playground for kids., Discover our exciting exhibitions and program of events including Prehistoric Playground for kids.
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