Discover a world of wonder and exploration at the WA Museum Boola Bardip with our exciting Early Learning programs. Ignite your child’s curiosity and love for learning through our diverse range of offerings. Join us for the Discovery Time sessions on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays from 10:30am to 11am, where your little ones can engage in free, drop-in activities.
Dive deeper into the world of learning with our Little Learners program, led by our Learning and Engagement team, every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:45am to 10:45am.
Immerse yourself in the magic of storytelling during our Volunteer-led Storytime sessions on Fridays and Sundays from 10:30am to 11am, free for all to enjoy.
For a truly immersive experience, don’t miss our Under 5’s play sessions, led by our Learning and Engagement team, every Monday during the school term from 9:30am to 12pm, currently featuring the captivating ‘To The Moon’ exhibition.
With a mix of free and paid ticketed events, there’s something for every young explorer at the WA Museum Boola Bardip.
Discovery Time
Join us for Discovery Time, a 30-minute early-learning session for children under 5 at the WA Museum Boola Bardip. Young explorers can engage with museum objects and tactile artifacts through hands-on activities designed to spark imagination and curiosity. Each session features a unique theme and location, so check with the information desk upon arrival to find out where the fun begins.
Dates: Mondays, Wednesdays & Saturdays | 10.30am – 11am
Cost: Included in general admission | Drop-in
Age: Under 5s
Little Learners: My World
For young explorers aged 2-5, Little Learners: My World offers a captivating program of discovery and exploration. This series of sessions, led by expert educators, focuses on self-discovery and understanding one’s place in the world through engaging museum objects, stories, play, and movement activities. The program encourages environmental care and fosters a sense of identity in young learners.
Ticket holders receive a $3 regular coffee at the Museum’s Epoch Cafe*
Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays
23 July – 12 September | 9.45am – 10.45am
Cost: Single session | $15 per child
Book 4+ sessions, receive 15% discount
General admission fees apply for those 16 and over with an enrolled participant.
Little Learners: Curious Minds
Curious Minds invites children aged 2-5 to explore STEM concepts through hands-on activities, craft, and storytelling. This program, tied to the Early Years Learning framework, encourages curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. Each week features a new concept to investigate, with 45 minutes of educator-led activities and 15 minutes for a museum visit related to the session’s focus.
Ticket holders receive a $3 regular coffee at the Museum’s Epoch Cafe*
Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays
17 September – 7 November | 9.45am – 10.45am
Cost: Single-session | $15 per child
Book 4+ sessions, receive 15% discount
General admission fees apply for those 16 and over with an enrolled participant.
Event Link: Curious Minds
To the Moon: Story Time
Families are invited to join a delightful storytime session in the Origins Gallery every Friday morning. This 30-minute event provides an opportunity for children to enjoy the wonders of storytelling in a vibrant museum setting. Inspired by Boola Bardip’s meaning of ‘many stories,’ this interactive experience promises engaging tales amidst the museum’s colourful exhibits.
Ticket holders receive a $3 regular coffee at the Museum’s Epoch Cafe*
Dates: Fridays | 10.30am – 11am
Starting Friday 5 April
Cost: Included with General Admission | Drop-in
Event Link: To the Moon: Story Time
To the Moon: Under 5s Play
On Monday mornings during the school term, families can explore the To the Moon exhibition with their little ones. The Under 5s Play area offers a variety of activities including astronaut yoga, kinetic sand play, and space-themed stories, all within a special “moonbase” play zone. Educators will lead songs, rhymes, and play sessions while adults can enjoy short exhibition talks. The play area is open from 9:30am to noon for a flexible drop-in experience.
Ticket holders receive a $3 regular coffee at the Museum’s Epoch Cafe*
Dates: Mondays during school term
Monday 15 April – Monday 16 September | 9.30am – 12pm
Cost: Standard | $20
Under 5s | Free
Includes: To the Moon exhibition entry
Event Link: Under 5s Play
Remarkable Reptiles Up Close
Discover WA’s Reptiles with the Kids!
Every Sunday, join us at the WA Museum Boola Bardip in the Wildlife Gallery for the Remarkable Reptiles Up Close experience.
This engaging session invites visitors to explore the incredible world of Western Australia’s unique reptiles. You’ll uncover fascinating facts about these amazing creatures and get the chance to meet some of the museum’s resident reptiles up close. Plus, learn valuable tips on how to attract reptiles to your own backyard!
Dates: Sundays | 10am – 10.30am
Cost: Included with General Admission | Bookings essential
Event Link: Remarkable Reptiles Up Close
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