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School Holidays
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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2025 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year
See nature in a whole new light in this stunning, photographic exhibition, featuring works by some of the world's best nature photographers.
Special exhibition
Free entry
Now open
Unfinished Business
Experience an accessible 3D photography exhibition detailing personal stories from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples living with disabilities across Australia.
Special exhibition
Free entry
Now open
Food and drinks
Recharge with a coffee and light bite at our family-friendly café Billabong Waterhole or settle in for a meal with spectacular views at Bistro Gadi.
Family friendly
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Experience science, culture and nature in the heart of Sydney at the Australian Museum. Open from 10am to 5pm daily, discover the extraordinary permanent exhibitions on display with free entry to the museum.
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We are Australia’s first museum, and have over 22 million scientific specimens and cultural objects in our collections. Learn more from First Nations people, discover thousands of animal factsheets and explore our online education resources.
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