Onsite school programs | Shrine of Remembrance | Shrine of Remembrance Melbourne

The Shrine provides a comprehensive suite of curriculum aligned education programs for primary and secondary students.

Contact the education team about programs for:

tertiary institutions
specialist schools
groups of home-schooled students
people with disabilities and people with autism (customised)

Call us on 03 9661 8139 or email education@shrine.org.au.

Welcome to the Shrine - guided school program

An introductory guided program for young visitors to the Shrine of Remembrance. 60 minutes, years P to 4.

On the home front - guided school program

Young children are encouraged to imagine a life very different to their own in this reflection tour about the Second World War. For years P to 4.

Shrine exploration - guided school program

Students are invited to reflect on the impact and effects of war for Australia and Australians. 60 minutes, years 5 to 6.

Keepsakes from the First World War - guided school program

An engaging hands-on program with replica and real Great War equipment. 90 minutes, years 5 to 6.

Shrine guided introduction - guided school program

Students will tour the Shrine's unique memorial spaces and learn about the symbolism of the buildings original features. 60 minutes, years 7 to 12.

Victorians in the First World War - guided school program

Students gain insight into the experience of Australian soldiers and nurses during the years 1914-1918. 90 minutes, years 7 to 12.

The Second World War: Australian experience - guided school program

Students can practice their skills of historical enquiry in a museum context, reflecting on the lasting effects of war on Australian communities. 90 minutes, years 9 to 12.

Only 19: Australians in the Vietnam War - guided school program

In this hands-on program, students will explore the Shrine’s spaces of commemoration and take a close look at the Vietnam War displays in the Galleries. 90 minutes, years 9 to 12.

Teacher-led tours

Teacher-led tours can be added onto your guided program booking for extra time at the Shrine or to explore with your class.

Reviewed 05 November 2020

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