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Science on Show at Melbourne Museum


Celebrate National Science Week at Science on Show Saturday 12 August AND Sunday 20 August.

See some of the rarest and most fascinating species displayed at Melbourne Museum. Hear stories from Museums Victoria scientists as they discuss unique collections, covering everything from ancient fossils to live exhibits.

Create your own Marvellous Megafauna World, Microbat, Triceratops Mask or Sea Bunny to take home while learning about endangered species and the places they call home.

Science on Show:

  • Saturday 12 August & Sunday 20 August 10am-3pm.

  • Get a glimpse of some of the rarest and most fascinating species displayed at Melbourne Museum,

    and stock up on stories from Museums Victoria Research Institute scientists as they discuss unique

    collections, covering everything from ancient fossils to live exhibits.

Bite-Sized Science:

  • Saturdays 12 & 20 August, midday & 1pm.

  • Learn about tricky stick insects and how to spot them in your own backyard on 12 August. If reptiles are more your thing, learn about and 3D print dragons from the Australian desert on 20 August.

Learn more below about the captivating talks, tours, interactive activities and exhibitions taking place during jam-packed science days this Saturday 12th and Sunday 20th of August.

Science on Show at Melbourne Museum

All Science on Show events are free with museum entry.

Only on Saturday 12th August and Sunday 20th August 2023.

More info here.