An adult holds up a young child and points towards a fish displayed among reeds in a Museum showcase.
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School holidays

Join us at WA Maritime Museum to take part in our school holidays activities! There’s always something new to learn.

We have a heap of fun filled activities, where you can express your creativity, learn and explore. We've got something for everyone!

An orange clownfish peeks out of the fingers of a bright purple anemone on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia's northeastern ocean waters off the Gold Coast..
Public Program

Exploring the Reef
Join us as we explore the animals that feature in the amazing seascapes and ecosystem of the Great Barrier Reef.
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10am - 2pm

A large white research vessel, the OceanXplorer, sails across calm blue ocean waters with a helipad at the bow and multiple decks of scientific equipment, set against a clear sky and distant coastline.
Public Program

OceanXplorers

Dive into the deep with OceanXplorers, a National Geographic series that follows real scientists exploring some of the world’s least understood oceans aboard a cutting-edge research vessel. Discover incredible marine life—from deep-sea sharks to polar wildlife—through groundbreaking expeditions and immersive storytelling
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Three performers from Yirra Yaakin' 2026 production of Djinda Kaatijin, shown together in costume (Emu, Crow and Dingo) all smiling and making a loveheart shape with their six hands together.
Public Program

NAIDOC Week Family Fun Day

Enjoy a range of activities as we welcome Yirra Yaakin Theatre Company for a performance of Djinda Kaatijin, with more craft and games fun for families.

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