Education

Ignite your students’ curiosity and take learning beyond the classroom.

We have a range of facilitated programs for all developmental levels, led by our dedicated team of Education Officers. A range of self-guided experiences are available for those classes that wish to explore the Museums on their own.

Maritime

Visit the Western Australian Museum – Maritime and take a journey through our nautical history.

The Maritime Museum is located on Victoria Quay in Fremantle, in the heart of the historic working port. There are six themed galleries inside the Museum, showcasing iconic vessels such as Australia II and Jon Sanders’ Parry Endeavour. Schools might like to consider combining their Museum excursion with a visit to the Western Australian Museum Shipwreck Galleries, for a whole day’s experience of Fremantle.

Western Australian Museum — Maritime, Victoria Quay, Fremantle

Open daily: 9.30am – 5.00pm
Open ANZAC Day 1.00pm – 5.00pm
Closed: Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day and Good Friday

The Maritime Museum seen from the Indian Ocean Image copyright of the WA Museum Photo from WA Museum
The Maritime Museum seen from the Indian Ocean
Photo from WA Museum
Image copyright of the WA Museum

Come and journey through Western Australia’s maritime history as you explore the many historic objects, boats and stories with our engaging Education Officers and Volunteer Guides.
Learn how boats float, imagine sailing around the world alone, and come aboard the 100 year-old ferry Valdura inside the Museum! Marvel at the winged keel of Australia II and see the awesome Submarine HMAS Ovens. View the passing parade of ships in busy Fremantle Harbour and learn about global warming and sustainable fishing techniques.

Excursion Options

Facilitated Programs:

All facilitated programs are led by our Education Officers or trained Volunteer Guides and must be booked at least two weeks in advance. Program duration varies between one and two hours, depending on the program and the age of students.

Self-guided Experiences:

Visit the museum and explore the galleries in small groups at your own pace. Self-guided visits must be booked in advance.

Program Costs

Facilitated Programs:

$4.00 - $5.00 per student (including GST)

Self-guided Experiences:

$3.00 per student (including GST)

 

Excursion Bookings

Western Australian Museum — Maritime
Victoria Quay, Fremantle
(08) 9431 8455
freoedu@museum.wa.gov.au

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K - 3: Early Childhood

  1. About Boats

    S, S&E, T&E Marine Vessels Facilitated

    Discover the different boats in our Museum from a dug-out canoe to Australia II.  Learn how they work, what they're made of and what they're used for.

  2. Self-Guided Tour: Yrs K - 3 An Ocean of Stories Early Childhood Trail.

    For Teachers bringing self guided groups into the Maritime Museum, Victoria Quay, there are two trails available: ‘An Ocean of Stories’ Early Childhood Trail or ‘Maritime Explorer Trail’ for Years 4 – 10. Allow approximately 1 hour for each trail.
    Bookings are still essential for self guided visits.

    application/pdf iconYrs K - 3 An Ocean of Stories Early Childhood Trail.

4 - 7: Middle Childhood

  1. General Tour

    S, S&E, T&E Marine Vessels, Maritime History Facilitated

    Explore the galleries on a guided tour of the Museum with one of our volunteer guides. Experience the grandeur of Australia II, be amazed by Jon Sanders’ record-breaking voyage, and step back in time aboard the ferry Valdura.

    application/pdf iconGeneral Tour Maritime - Program Overview

  2. Life Beneath the Waves

    S, S&E, T&E Marine Vessels, Maritime History Facilitated

    Tour the Submarine HMAS Ovens, imagine life on board the silent world of submarines, and learn about Fremantle as a secret submarine base during World War II.  (Limited availability during Term 1, 2012.  Please contact Education for more information.)

    application/pdf iconLife Beneath the Waves - Program Overview

  3. New Home, New Country

    S&E WA History Facilitated

    Discover the challenges of migrating to a new land and how migrants have shaped Australia’s lifestyle, culture and identity.

    application/pdf iconNew Home, New Country - Program Overview

  4. Self-Guided Tour: Yrs 4 - 10 Maritime Explorer Trail.

    For Teachers bringing self guided groups into the Western Australian Museum - Maritime, Victoria Quay, there are two trails available: ‘An Ocean of Stories’ Early Childhood Trail or ‘Maritime Explorer Trail’ for Years 4 – 10. Allow approximately 1 hour for each trail.
    Bookings are still essential for self guided visits.

    application/pdf iconYrs 4 - 10 Maritime Explorer Trail

  5. Sustainable Seas

    S, S&E Environment Facilitated

    Learn how people have utilised the ocean’s resources in both sustainable and unsustainable ways.

    application/pdf iconSustainable Seas - Program Overview

8 -10: Early Adolescence

  1. General Tour

    S, S&E, T&E Marine Vessels, Maritime History Facilitated

    Explore the galleries with a guided tour of the Museum. Guided tours can also focus on specific themes within the galleries (subject to availability).

    application/pdf iconGeneral Tour Maritime - Program Overview

  2. Life Beneath the Waves

    S, S&E, T&E Marine Vessels, Maritime History Facilitated

    Tour the Submarine HMAS Ovens, imagine life on board the silent world of submarines, and learn about Fremantle as a secret submarine base during World War II.  (Limited availability during Term 1, 2012.  Please contact Education for more information.)

    application/pdf iconLife Beneath the Waves - Program Overview

11 -12: Late Adolescence

  1. Guided Tours

    S, S&E, T&E

    Explore the galleries with a guided tour of the Museum. Guided tours can focus on specific themes within the galleries and can be tailored for Marine & Maritime Technology, History, Tourism and Food Science students (subject to availability).

    application/pdf iconGeneral Tour Maritime - Program Overview

  2. Life Beneath the Waves

    S, S&E, T&E Marine Vessels, Maritime History Facilitated

    Tour the Submarine HMAS Ovens, imagine life on board the silent world of submarines, and learn about Fremantle as a secret submarine base during World War II.  (Limited availability during Term 1, 2012.  Please contact Education for more information.)

    application/pdf iconLife Beneath the Waves - Program Overview

Resources: Planning your excursion

  1. 2012 Education Brochure (All Sites)

    Western Australian Museum educational brochure (all sites) 2011.

    application/pdf iconEducation (all sites) brochure - 2012

  2. Excursion Management Plan 2012 - Western Australian Museum - Maritime

    Developed in line with DoE excursion policy, please download for assistance with your excursion planning.

    application/pdf iconExcursion Management Plan 2012 - Western Australian Museum - Maritime

  3. Teacher’s Guide - Maritime Museum

    This guide contains a large selection of pre and post-visit activities with Curriculum Framework links provided.

    application/pdf iconTeacher’s Guide Maritime Museum

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Maritime Museum Highlights

  • Valdura Steam Boat Image copyright of the Western Australian Museum Photo by Andrew Rowe Changes and the development of the Swan River are traced throughout this gallery, encompassing the natural, social and transformations within the...

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  • Fremantle Off Gangway Image copyright of the Western Australian Museum Photo by Andrew Rowe The story of Fremantle Harbour is told against the background of the modern ever-changing shipping activity in the port, located just outside the...

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  • Indian Ocean Image copyright of the Western Australian Museum Photo by Andrew Rowe The people bordering the Indian Ocean have been linked by trade and the exchange of ideas for thousands of years. This gallery traces the paths of...

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