Stories of asylum seekers, displaced persons and refugees
Individuals have sought refuge in Australia for more than 100 years. This interactive and activity based program uses stories from the museum exhibitions to investigate the experiences of individuals who are forced to leave their homeland.
Students are also offered the opportunity to investigate the history of legislation relating to the settlement of displaced persons in Australia – using documents and individual profiles from the collection in the Museum.
Students and teachers then take their own tour through the galleries focussing on historical perspectives and the personal stories of refugees.
New in 2012, an audio guide supports the learning activities in the galleries and acts as a focus for students. The mp3 files can be downloaded prior to your visit for use on personal devices at no cost.
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Available Terms 1-4, Tuesday-Friday.
Session times: 10am, 11am, noon, 1pm.
Session duration: 90 minutes, including 45 minutes staff led presentation.
Maximum 40 students per session.
Cost: $4.40 per student plus education service fee