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  • A children speaking to an adult holding a large fossil, at a table displaying museum exhibits.
  • A child playing with pots of paint at an activity table.
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  • A bearded man holding archaeological fragments in a science laboratory.
22 Aug

Science on Show

  • Expo
  • Workshop

Step into the heart of scientific discovery at Science on Show – Melbourne Museum's annual celebration of National Science Week. For one special day, meet the minds behind the Museum as scientists, researchers and collection experts share fascinating stories, rare specimens and surprising discoveries.

Explore hands-on displays, pop-up talks and family-friendly activities throughout the Museum, then gather at the central stage for live quizzes, music, storytime sessions and expert presentations.

From ancient fossils to living species, mineral marvels to museum treasures, there is something to spark curiosity in every visitor. Don't miss this unique opportunity to experience science up close and discover how it shapes our understanding of the world.

Hours

Date Times
Sat 22 Aug
  • 9am - 4pm 9:00am - 4:00pm

Location

Melbourne Museum
11 Nicholson St
Carlton 3053

Open in maps location for Melbourne Museum

Price and bookings

Adult / general $18
Senior $12

Free for children under 16

Book online for Science on Show

Contact details

  • telephone number: 13 11 02
  • email address: mvbookings@museum.vic.gov.au
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Until 24 Sep

A Morning in East Melbourne House and Garden Tour

Spend a morning in East Melbourne and visit the exhibition at Fairhall and gardens of Bishopscourt.

  • Art
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An old black and white image of a man holding the bonnet of a car up as the engine burns and smoke pours out.
5 Sep

The Green Bus: Curator talk with Andrew Chapman

Join photographer Andrew Chapman to discuss his current exhibition.

  • Free
  • Art
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9 – 11 Oct

Melbourne Alternative Comics Expo

Celebrating all things comics, graphic novels and graphic storytelling.

  • Expo
  • Art
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Until 28 Aug

Taglietti: Life in Design

Celebrating architect Enrico Taglietti, whose humanist designs shaped Australia.

  • Free
  • Art
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