What’s on at the SA Museum | South Australian Museum | Adelaide

Looking to find out what’s on at the South Australian Museum?
There’s a mix of exhibitions, school holiday activities and hands-on workshops happening, plus plenty of free displays you can explore at your own pace. Current highlights include the Waterhouse Natural Science Art Prize, Curiosity Lab sessions for kids, and special holiday programming running through April.
Whether you’re popping in for an hour or planning a full day out, it’s an easy way to keep kids curious and entertained – with something new to discover each visit.
What’s on at the SA Museum?

National Reconciliation Week | SA Museum | 27 May – 3 Jun 2026

Waterhouse Natural Science Art Prize Exhibition | SA Museum | On display until 19 July 2026

Explore the South Australian Museum | Review

Creatures of the Palaeozoic Display | SA Museum | Feb – Jul 2026

The Crocodile Club | Free Early Learning Program at SA Museum
South Australian Museum Discovery Centre
The Discovery Centre is a special place for people of all ages to feed their curiosity with endless wonders to discover – like insects, fossils, meteorites and even a beehive.
It is open to the public from 10:30am to 2:30pm on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Cost: FREE
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For more information and all enquiries please visit the South Australian Museum website
What: What’s on at the SA Museum
When: Open daily: 10am to 5pm | Anzac Day: 12noon to 5pm | Closed: Good Friday & Christmas Day
Where: The Museum is located at North Terrace, Adelaide, next to the Art Gallery and the State Library.
Who: All ages
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