Science & Discovery Activities for Kids in Melbourne
Melbourne is one of Australia's best cities for young scientists. The Melbourne Museum houses a towering dinosaur gallery and live bug collection that captivates kids of every age, while Scienceworks in Spotswood delivers hands-on experiments you won't find anywhere else in the country. The Science Gallery at the University of Melbourne adds a teen-friendly edge. Expect full days, not just a couple of hours.
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Science Squad
Become a Science Squad member and participate in exciting science experiments and challenges. Suitable for primary schoo
Scienceworks School Holiday Program
Discover the wonders of science through hands-on experiments, interactive exhibits, and exciting demonstrations at Scien
Colour: See the World in a New Light
Discover the science behind colour and how it shapes our perception of the world around us.
Science Week Holiday Activities
Join us for fun, hands-on science activities during the school holidays. Explore the wonders of the natural world throug
Dino Detective Program
Become a junior paleontologist and explore the prehistoric world. Dig for fossils, examine dinosaur bones, and learn all
School Holiday Program: Dinosaur Discovery
Explore the world of dinosaurs through hands-on activities, interactive exhibits, and fossil discoveries. Recommended fo
Dinosaur Discovery Days
Explore the world of dinosaurs through interactive exhibits, fossil displays, and hands-on activities. Meet a life-size
Dino Discovery Adventure
Explore the world of dinosaurs through interactive exhibits and hands-on activities. Learn about different species, thei
Junior Scientist Workshop
Become a junior scientist for a day! Conduct experiments, make observations, and discover the wonders of science through
Planetarium School Holiday Shows
Discover the wonders of the night sky in our state-of-the-art planetarium. Enjoy immersive shows and presentations that
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