Information for Schools

School groups can take self-guided tours of both QVMAG sites, have a guided tour, interactive activity and visit our Planetarium. 

 

Bookings

Bookings are essential for all groups visiting the Museum and Art Gallery. This allows us to manage the number of students on site, access to galleries and exhibitions, and provide the best educational experience for all students. 

A $11 booking administration fee applies for all school visits*** (this includes 30 minutes access to a break-out room* and priority access to galleries/exhibitions over other groups, avoiding overcrowding).

Our qualified education officers can facilitate a range of programs aligned with the curriculum. 

Activity	Cost
Guided interactive activity	$5 per student
Guided tour or talk	$3 per student
Planetarium show**	$5.50 per student
Use of our learning centre or a gallery to conduct your own activity supervised by visiting teacher/Aboriginal Sharer of Knowledge or adult educator	$2 per student
Self-guided tours	Free

*subject to availability 

**facilitated by planetarium staff

 

Please submit booking requests at least two weeks prior to your preferred excursion date.

The QVMAG Bookings Officer can help plan and confirm your visit to the Museum or Art Gallery. Contact the Booking Officer by phone (03) 6323 3798 or email bookings@qvmag.tas.gov.au - A confirmation email will be sent to confirm your booking.

Curriculum

All QVMAG education programs are carefully aligned to the Australian Curriculum. Educators can tailor guided tours to meet students individual learning requirements.

For more information about both QVMAG sites, see Visit Us.