Cabinet of curiosities

Family program
Photo showing hands touching small sculptures in the shapes of sea creatures, made from recycled fishing line.

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Spring School Holidays – Lost and found at sea

Get hands on at our interactive discovery station and handle objects that tell the story of how sailors found their way. You'll uncover everything from spyglass telescopes and mini planetariums to miniature canoes, discovering how ancient mariners used the night sky to navigate the seas.

Sundays during term 4 
11:00am – 12 noon and 2:00pm – 3:00pm

1 - 5

Summer school holidays - Tidelines and Togs

Explore wonderful and curious creature specimens, historic swimwear and beach memorabilia from our education collection in this hands-on discovery device in our galleries. 

Handle marine plant and animal specimens as you learn about intertidal species and coastal habitats.  Marvel at innovations in fashion and fabrics as you get up close with kitsch and classic historic leisurewear – from floral bathing caps to Burquinis and beyond. Peer through the lens of a vintage box brownie camera or peruse gorgeous ghostnet sculptures woven from marine debris. 

Daily during summer school holidays 
19 December 2025 – 1 February 2026 (Closed Christmas Day) 
10:30am – 11:30am and 2:00pm – 3:00pm

Sundays during school term
11:00am – 12 noon and 2:00pm – 3:00pm

All ages 
Free entry
 

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