Melbourne - What's On & Things To Do Today
Colonial Square
25 ornate remnants of a once magnificent building. Appropriately, the stonework remains of the Colonial Mutual Building lie close to the Royal Exhibition Building: both were built by David Mitchell...read more
Darwin to DNA
Explore the processes and mechanisms of evolution. Darwin to DNA covers three different themes: the historical background on the discovery of evolution; the underlying genetic mechanisms required f...read more
Forest Secrets
Discover the hidden stories of Victoria's mountain forests. Step through the glass doors into a living verdant fern gully complete with waterfall and cool temperate rainforest plants. Follow the pa...read more
CSIRAC – Australia’s First Computer
The world’s oldest complete computer. CSIRAC (pronounced sigh – rack) stands for Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation Automatic Computer. The first automatic electronic s...read more
Water Smart Home
An exhibit that invites you to reduce water use in the home and garden. By saving water you are rewarded by the activation of an engaging and amusing water sculpture. The display also features w...read more
The Human Body
Explore the wonder and fascination of the human body. The Human Body exhibition explores human biology in a straightforward and engaging way. It explains the fundamental processes of cells and gene...read more
Marine life: exploring our seas
Come and have a deep sea experience. Journey to the bottom of the sea to discover Victoria’s amazing marine life. Explore stunning sponge gardens and vibrant seagrass beds, be amazed by a giant 10-...read more
Bugs Alive!
Explore the amazing world of insects and spiders! Bugs Alive! includes over 100 species of live insects and spiders, thousands of specimens from the museum's collection, giant models and exciting i...read more
The Melbourne Story
Explore Melbourne’s unique and changing tale. Be immersed in evocative stories and discover the icons and personalities that have shaped Melbourne. Ride in a restored Luna Park Big Dipper carria...read more