Welcome to Sydney’s most engaging excursion! Ignite student learning in First Nations histories, cultures and science at the Australian Museum.
Discover the wide range of curriculum-aligned programs and resources on offer at the Australian Museum and book a world-class outing that draws upon the museum’s vast collections, First Nations knowledge holders and scientific and historic research. Crafted by a team of education specialists with years of teaching experience, the suite of programs is built from a range of pedagogical approaches to provide students with innovative and engaging learning opportunities across primary and secondary learning stages and various syllabus topics in Science, History and First Nations subjects.
Spark your students’ imaginations throughout the museum's many dedicated learning spaces and curated galleries, expanding on and complementing their in-class learning. Unearth the past with Dinosaurs: Feathers, teeth and claws, which gives Stage 1 students a chance to see and touch real fossils from Australian Museum’s paleontology collection. Explore wildlife from around the world in Animal features and the environment, which brings Stage 2 and 3 students face to face with animals in the Wild Planet gallery. Stage 2 students investigate how First Nations peoples care for Country in diverse and sustainable ways in Caring for Sea Country: Garrigarrang. Demystify DNA in Cracking the Genetic Code, where Stage 4 and 5 students can get hands-on in a workshop exploring genetic information and learn all about the important work in the Australian Museum Research Institute.
The Australian Museum has also partnered with Botanic Gardens and Taronga Zoo for Biological Diversity Study Days a full-day program where Stage 6 students are provided relevant case studies for Module 3 within the Biology syllabus. First Nations gallery tours are also available for History and Geography students in Stages 4 to 6, where they are guided by a First Nations educator to explore the stories, belongings and artworks within our First Nations gallery, Garrigarrang.
Each program sparks students’ imaginations, as they are guided by experienced educators to explore, touch, and feel objects throughout the museum's many dedicated learning spaces and curated galleries. Whether it's exploring the animal kingdom with real specimens or learning about First Nations cultures with cultural educators, the museum brings the syllabus to life, with the goal of developing critical thought and stimulating imagination. These experiences provide not only valuable, curriculum-linked learning, but also help create lifelong learners who continue to be critical and curious thinkers.
The Australian Museum ensures that all schools can participate in these meaningful experiences, through digital and outreach initiatives including A Day at the Museum, an access and equity program that provides free educator-led programs and other benefits for eligible students.
Tie the experience together by bringing the museum into the classroom! The Australian Museum website hosts a treasure trove of teaching and learning resources that support students before and after their visit, with detailed learning journeys, no-prep lesson activities and worksheets. The Australian Museum also offers on-demand teacher support, networking opportunities at the popular Teacher Nights, and a growing suite of professional development opportunities.
As a world-class museum that is home to over 22 million scientific, cultural and historical items and belongings, the Australian Museum looks forward to igniting wonder, inspiring debate and driving change in teachers and students across New South Wales.
Find out more about the Australian Museum’s educational offerings here.
