Teachers, homeschoolers and families — take your students on an online adventure!

The Australian National Maritime Museum is offering a fantastic line-up of free virtual excursions in Term 2 for primary school students across Australia. These interactive sessions align with key curriculum topics and national events, including Reconciliation Week, World Ocean Day, and NAIDOC Week.

Here’s a snapshot of what’s coming up:

Annual Humpback Day
Meet marine biologist Dr Vanessa Pirotta and dive into the world of whales — from snot drones to whale poo, it’s whale-y fun!
Date: Wednesday 7 May | Time: 2–3 pm AEST | For: Years K–6

1770: Cook’s Endeavour
Explore Cook’s voyage, examine historical sources, and reflect on its impact on First Nations Peoples.
Date: Monday 12 May | Time: 2–3 pm AEST | For: Years 3–4

Reconciliation: 1770 to Now
Explore powerful moments of reconciliation from history to today in this Reconciliation Week event.
Date: Monday 26 May | Time: 2–3 pm AEST | For: Years 3–6

Pollution Detectives (with Seabin Foundation)
Help trace plastic pollution back to its source and learn how we can protect our oceans.
Date: Thursday 5 June | Time: 2–3 pm AEST | For: Years 1–6

Deep Sea Habitats and Adaptations
Journey into the ocean’s depths to learn about extreme environments and incredible sea creatures.
Date: Friday 6 June | Time: 2–3 pm AEST | For: Years 5–6

Australia as a Nation: Waves of Migration
Explore the rich and diverse stories of migration that have shaped Australia’s identity.
Date: Tuesday 17 June | Time: 2–3 pm AEST | For: Years 5–6

Caring for Sea Country
Celebrate NAIDOC Week by learning how First Nations communities protect the ocean environments.
Date: Monday 23 June | Time: 2–3 pm AEST | For: Years 1–4

Bookings are essential
See the full program and reserve your free spot at:
https://www.sea.museum/en/learn/virtual-excursions

These sessions are a great way for students to learn, ask questions, and connect — no matter where they are!

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