Education programs

Prepare your students for an unforgettable excursion at the WA Maritime Museum in Fremantle!

Your students will explore our rich maritime heritage, ocean-centric culture and how our coastline has shaped what it means to be Western Australian.

Closely linked with the Western Australian school curriculum, the Museum's education programs are filled with hands-on discovery and fascinating historical tales that only the State’s museums can offer.

At WA Maritime Museum, students can investigate the impact of immigration, imagine sailing around the world alone, or go on a guided tour to explore high sea adventures or our cold war era submarine, HMAS Ovens. Our team can also arrange an excursion to one of the exciting temporary exhibitions throughout the year—there's always something new!

There are three ways of visiting the WA Maritime Museum with education groups:

  1. Facilitated Education Programs

  2. Temporary Exhibition Programs

  3. Self-guided visits

For any help, don't hesitate to call our team on 1300 134 081.

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Self-guided

A fun discovery-filled walking trail between the WA Maritime Museum and WA Shipwrecks Museum.

WA Maritime Museum
Year Level
Years 4-6
Curriculum
Historical knowledge and understanding

Journey onboard an authentic Submarine and explore the daily lives of submariners.

WA Maritime Museum
Year Level
Years 4-12
Curriculum
Historical knowledge and understanding
Historical Skills
Facilitated

The WA Maritime Museum is the perfect location to bring Year 6 students as a stimulus to explore the stories of people who migrated to Australia.

WA Maritime Museum
Year Level
Year 6
Self-guided

Explore the WA Maritime Museum and surrounds at your own pace.

WA Maritime Museum
Year Level
All year levels
Curriculum
Historical knowledge and understanding

Enjoy documentary films in this immersive 180° dome cinema experience.

WA Maritime Museum
Year Level
All year levels
Curriculum
Science
Facilitated
Gain more context and depth to the history of human activity in the water, by examining the species living within it.
WA Maritime Museum
Year Level
Year 5 - 6
Curriculum
Science
Science inquiry skills
Science understanding
Sustainability
Facilitated
Gain more context and depth to the history of human activity in the water, by examining the species living within it.
WA Maritime Museum
Year Level
Year 9
Curriculum
Science
Science inquiry skills
Science understanding
Science as a human endeavour
Facilitated
Immerse your students in Whadjuk Nyoongar culture as they hear real stories, handle real objects and learn about the importance of place.
WA Maritime Museum
Year Level
Year 3-6 (Curriculum focus for Year 4)
Curriculum
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Histories and Cultures
HASS
Cross curriculum priorities
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2025 programs now available!

Our education programs are designed to deepen students' understanding through real-world perspectives, bringing lessons to life in meaningful ways. We offer rich stories and objects that not only support and enhance your teaching but also inspire curiosity and engagement.

Check out the sneak peek of our 2025 education programs and be one of the first to register your interest by emailing education@museum.wa.gov.au

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Professional learning programs

Like our learning programs for students, our Professional Learning program for educators has a strong emphasis on exploring our rich maritime heritage, ocean-centric culture and how our coastline has shaped what it means to be Western Australian. 

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