Medals and Memories: School Holiday Program

In the lead up to Anzac Day, this free school holiday program invites families to explore stories of medals, memory and creativity.

Children will join a special guided tour of the Shrine, discovering First World War medals, stories of bravery, and even an original Gallipoli landing boat. After the tour, kids can get creative in a hand-on activity designing their own medal-themed bookmark to take home.

Blending storytelling with creativity, this program encourages children to explore, reflect and connect with Anzac Day in a way that is meaningful and easy to understand. Through engaging stories and interactive experiences, they’ll gain insight into service, sacrifice and remembrance.

Perfect for kids aged 8-12 years old.

Important information to read before you book:

• This starting point for this children's tour is the Shrine Visitor Centre.
• Bookings are required for this program and parents must be in attendance on the day.
• Sessions will run on the following dates:
  • Tuesday 7 April - Thursday 9 April 2026
  • Monday 13 April - Thursday 16 April 2026

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Check out our other medal themed school holiday activities:

• Gallery of Medals Discovery Trail

Explore the Gallery of Medals and match the ribbons to the medals.

• Kids Corner

For little ones, we have colouring-in activities including a medal inspired bookmark in the Kids Corner.

Free drop-in activities every day

No booking required | Available from the Visitor Centre

Activity Cards

Set off on a Shrine adventure trail!

Collect your card from the Visitor Centre — perfect for primary school-aged explorers.

Choose from four exciting themes:

• Unlock the secrets!
• Discover how things work!
• Use your imagination!
• Solve the mysteries!

Explorer Kits

Make your visit even more exciting with an Explorer Kit — the ultimate fact-finding companion!
Pick one up from the Visitor Centre and return it at the end of your visit.

Each kit includes:

• Magnifying glass
• Periscope
• Kaleidoscope
• Compass
• Notebook
• Pencil
• Finger puppet
• Picture book