Astronaut Academy
Dates
Daily | 10am - 3pm
Saturday 30 March - Sunday 14 April
Location
Level Three
Included in general admission | Drop in
Site access information
WA Museum Boola Bardip is fully accessible. Call 1300 134 081 for assistance. Accessible resources and programs >
Have you ever dreamed of becoming a ‘star sailor’? If so, now’s your chance at Astronaut Academy, the place to be during these school holidays.
Sure, you've probably heard that astronauts are trained to travel into space. But did you know that the term 'astronaut' originates from the Greek words astron, star, and nautes, meaning 'star sailor'? Pretty cool, right?
At Astronaut Academy, get ready to dive into a series of thrilling challenges designed to test your skills for space travel. From the SpaceFit Challenge to assess your physical skills, to scientific tasks and maintenance work in the Glove Box Challenges, and even testing your reaction time in Space React – there's something for every aspiring astronaut.
So, are you ready to reach for the stars and see if you have what it takes to graduate from Astronaut Academy? Join us and embark on an unforgettable cosmic adventure!
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