SUMMER SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM 2021
Entertain and educate the whole family these summer school holidays with the Cairns Museum holiday program.
Book early for our workshops or drop in for awesome self-guided activities, all in air-conditioned comfort.
Week one and two
14, 15, 16, 21 December
Merry and bright Christmas workshop
10:30 – 11:30am
5-12 years
Make your own colourful decorations with a fun FNQ twist! Christmas in the tropics is always merry and bright.
$10 members | $15 non-members
Booking essential – book here
Week three
28, 29, 30 December
DIY time capsules
10:30 – 11:30am
5-12 years
As 2021 draws to an end, get crafty and creative making your own time capsule full of memories to look back on in years to come.
$10 members | $15 non-members
Booking essential – book here
Week four
4, 5, 6 January
Cool cameras and amazing animation
10:30 – 11:30am
5-12 years
Wow your friends by making your own pinhole camera and fun animation devices! Inspired by our fascinating collection of cameras.
$10 members | $15 non-members
Booking essential – book here
Week five
11, 12, 13 January
Torres Strait Islander cultural workshop
10:30 – 11:30am
5-12 years
Led by cultural facilitators, this wonderful hands-on workshop includes activities based around language, instruments, songs, weaving and more.
$10 members | $15 non-members
Booking essential – book here
Week six
18, 19, 20 January
FNQ science
10:30 – 11:30am
5-12 years
Make your own ‘rainforest in a bottle’ then continue the fun by investigating other amazing science experiments inspired by our tropical region.
$10 members | $15 non-members
Booking essential – book here
Every Friday and Saturday
Family friendly guided tours
10:30-11:30am
Recommended 5 years+
An interactive, informative and FUN way to explore the Cairns Museum!
Free with entry
Bookings essential – book here
Daily (Mon - Sat, 13 Dec - 22 Jan)
Colouring in competition
10am-4pm
Suitable for all ages!
Could you be the lucky winner? Collect your sheet from Museum Reception then head to our kids table on the verandah to create your masterpiece. Winners will receive a Cairns Museum Prize Pack (entry box at reception, Dec & Jan prizes drawn 4/1/22 & 24/1/22).
Free with entry
No bookings required
Museum activity trails
10am-4pm
Suitable for all ages!
Ask Reception about our selection of family friendly activity trails. Choose your adventure, grab a clipboard and get exploring!
Free with entry
No bookings required
Kids audio self-guided tour
10am-4pm
Recommended 9 years+
Who’s up for an adventure? Join Pip, Caden and Jessie as they bring the Museum to life! BYO device and earphones and get ready for lots of fun and laughs along the way.
Free with entry
No bookings required
COVID SAFE MEASURES ARE IN PLACE FOR ALL ACTIVITIES.
*For workshops hosted by Cairns Museum, members and annual pass holders will have a small charge of $10 per child to cover the cost of materials.
Adult assistance is recommended in workshops for children under 7 years.
We thank you for your understanding of our efforts to curate a dynamic, engaging and educational school holiday program.
Museum admission times
Monday to Saturday 10am-4pm
Admission prices
Adult: $15
Child (under 14): $6
Family (2 adults + 2 kids): $30
Concession: $12
Members: FREE*
