The Discovery Centre at Melbourne Museum is a dynamic research facility – the gateway to Museum Victoria's vast store of information, expertise and collections.
We can help you with identifications, donations, project work and general questions about science, Indigenous cultures and Australian history and technology.
Explore the 2000 objects and specimens on display, delve into our reference library, watch documentaries and discover the extensive collection of online resources on our public computers. Our friendly staff are also available to answer any questions you might have.
Visit us
Lower Ground
Melbourne Museum
Carlton Gardens
Open 10am to 4.30pm, Tuesday to Saturday
Entry is free
Phone us
61 3 8341 7111 (Tues to Sat from 10am – 4.30pm)
Write to us
The Discovery Centre
Melbourne Museum
GPO Box 666
Melbourne VIC 3001
Email us
discoverycentre@museum.vic.gov.au