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Kids on Deck these Summer Holidays at the Australian National Maritime Museum


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Kids on Deck – Workshops for families - Be inspired by cephalopod superpowers and ocean conservation heroes as you enjoy art making and experiments with your family.

Create your own outstanding octopus hats, puppets, soft sculptures and brilliant badges.  Experiment with our plastic recycling machine to transform marine debris into new usable creations. Make a splash with water play and boat racing in our outdoor area. Open daily during school holidays.

SUMMER HOLIDAYS – Ocean superheroes

Open daily during the school holidays: 10.30am – 4.30pm* (drop- in sessions, no bookings required)

Be inspired by cephalopod superpowers and ocean conservation heroes as you enjoy art making and experiments with your family.  

Create your own outstanding octopus hats, puppets, soft sculptures and brilliant badges. Experiment with our plastic recycling machine to transform marine debris into new usable creations. Make a splash with water play and boat racing in our outdoor area,  dress up as your favourite aquatic creature or take a quiet time out in our coral reef reading zone. 

Kids on Deck is included in any paid ticket. Members free.

All ages welcome. Recommended for ages 4-12 and carers. 

Open daily during school holidays 
22 Dec- 29 January- 10.30 am–4.30 pm* 
3-4 February - 10.30 am–4.30 pm

*closed 25 Dec (Christmas day) & 26 and 27 Jan (New Beginnings festival)  
  Reduced opening hours on other public holidays: 11am – 4pm 

More info here.