Drop in at the Museum and celebrate the upcoming Chinese New Year. Make your own puppet to take home and learn about the history of the dragon with an accompanying exhibition celebrating the Chinese community.
Drop in between the following days and times.
Monday 12th January – Friday 16th January, 11am - 1pm Monday 19th January - Friday 23rd January, 11am - 1pm
Before emails, text messages and social media, postcards were a simple and personal way for people to stay connected. In today's digital world, where communication is often instant and online, creating a postcard offers a chance to slow down and share a message in a more thoughtful way.
Get creative and celebrate NAIDOC Week at our hands-on badge-making station! Kids can design and create their own badges inspired by the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags, symbols of identity, pride and connection.
Explore a vibrant showcase of young artistic talent inspired by this year’s NAIDOC theme. From bold storytelling to powerful symbols of culture and connection, these artworks highlight the voices of the next generation. Visit this July and experience their stories brought to life.
Inspired by the bright poppies that grew across the battle‑scarred fields of France and Belgium after World War I, the red poppy became a way to honour those who served and sacrificed. This hands‑on activity invites children to craft a poppy of their own and reflect on the stories that continue to shape Anzac and Remembrance traditions.
The Rocks Discovery Museum along with Place Management and Sydney Learning Adventures is pleased to invite students to take part in the 2026 NAIDOC School Art Competition
Experience the Museum in a whole new way!
Scan the QR code at entry to hear stories from the past and discover hidden histories. Learn about life in early Sydney, all from your own device.
This school holidays, kids can step into the past and discover the magic of Sydney’s old windmills and create their very own to take home. To set the scene, we have a “Windmills on the Skyline” exhibition in the attic. Learn the story, build the craft, and let your imagination spin!
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