The show presents a selection of exquisite garments and accessories ranging from the Han, Tang, Song, and Ming dynasties. 28th & 29th October 2023 Read more
The Photography and Video Art Exhibition of Faculties and Selected Students of School of Design, ECNU, 9th - 20th June 2023 Read more
We invite you to an odyssey into the past, present, and future of the Peranakan culture, 26th May - 4th June 2023 Read more
An exhibition of twenty recent paintings by leading contemporary Chinese artist, Master Hong Si. 3 - 31 December 2022, 10am-4pm daily. Read more
Here you will find pricing and other key information for our Travelling Museum program. Read more
Students will learn about the significance and history of lanterns, and make their own. Read more
Due to popular demand, our Dragon Puppet Workshop will now be available as an incursion as a part of our Travelling Museum Program. Read more
Students will dance and learn about the significance of lions in Chinese culture and celebrations. Read more
A popular traditional art form, Chinese fans symbolise wisdom and gracefulness. In this workshop, students will learn about the history of Chinese fans and make their own fans from lucky red packets. Read more
Students will hear stories about some of the most interesting Chinese inventions in history and engage in a hands-on exploration of objects. Read more
Students will create a decorative paper cut and learn about the cultural significance of this practice in Chinese festivals and celebrations. Read more
Students will make their own knotted bracelet or charm for good luck. Read more
A brief introduction to Kung Fu which aims to achieve physical, mental and spiritual harmony. Includes basic anti-bully and stranger danger techniques. Read more
All our school education programs have meaningful links to the Victorian Curriculum across a wide range of learning areas including Humanities, Languages (Chinese), The Arts and English. Read more
In this hands-on craft workshop students will learn about the importance, myths, and origins of the Chinese dragon. Read more
Learn about Chinese migration to Australia, as well as the Han Dynasty and see the world’s largest processional dragon. Read more
Freshly prepared takeaway food boxes served in a friendly Asian food court environment. Alternatively, groups can take their lunchboxes to enjoy at one of many public gardens nearby. Read more
Students will make and keep their own beautifully framed paper cut. Read more
In this workshop, students discover how Chinese knots began as communication tools and evolved into an intricate folk-art form. Read more
Designed for Year 1 to Year 4, students will learn about the history of Chinese fans and make their own fans from lucky red packets. Read more
Students will engage in a focused tour of the Han Dynasty: Life Everlasting exhibition, viewing a range of artefacts including a jade burial suit. In the workshop, students will examine the Qin and Han Dynasties, exploring their achievements, burial and funerary customs, and their quest for immortality. Read more
Students will engage in a focused tour of the Han Dynasty: Life Everlasting exhibition and participate in an interactive workshop involving objects to learn about key Chinese inventions, innovations and achievements from this dynasty. Read more
Students will participate in a comprehensive Museum Tour and Chinatown Tour. Read more
Students will learn about the origins of Kung Fu and participate in anti-bullying techniques. Read more
Ideal for self-guided student visits, in this treasure map activity, Chinese navigator Zheng He, helps students search the museum for clues to learn about China’s history. Read more
Served at a nearby restaurant, a traditional shared Chinese meal is the perfect complement to your Chinese Museum excursion. Read more
Students will explore the oldest, continuously settled Chinatown streetscape in the Western world. Read more