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Community day in the Garden

Next on 28 Nov 2026 from 10:00am to 2:00pm

Community day in the Garden

An Auslan interpreter standing next to a person reading a book to a group of children sitting down

Overview

Explore a sensory art trail, nature-inspired craft activities and Auslan story time. Then join Emma from Zen Music Play Circle in a series of fun workshops celebrating the beautiful Garden of Australian Dreams.

Enjoy free entry to the Tim and Gina Fairfax Discovery Centre all day and a delicious barbecue lunch on this welcoming day for all ages and abilities.

This event is part of the International Day of People with Disability 2026 celebrations at the National Museum of Australia.

Dates

28 Nov 2026
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National Museum of AustraliaLawson Crescent, Acton, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Facilities
  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Family Friendly
  • Non Smoking
  • Parents Room
  • Public Toilet
  • Shop / Gift Shop
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Point
  • Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
  • Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
  • Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
  • Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
  • Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
  • Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.