An interactive STEM exhibition for babies to five-year-olds at Scienceworks, inspiring curiosity through sensory discovery and construction play.
Ongoing activity
2 Booker St, Spotswood VIC 3015, Australia
Included with museum entry
Step into a world designed especially for little tinkerers aged from babies to five years old. Ground Up: Building Big Ideas, Together invites your child to explore, experiment, and engage with a variety of hands-on activities that stimulate their senses and creativity. From designing flying contraptions to creating colourful light patterns, every corner offers a new surprise.
This exhibition encourages early learners to develop problem-solving skills and ignite their passion for science, technology, engineering, and maths (STEM). It’s a vibrant, playful environment where children can learn through touch, sound, and sight, fostering their natural curiosity in a supportive setting.
Parents and carers will appreciate the quieter baby zone, a calm space with soft forms and gentle activities perfect for the youngest visitors to relax and explore safely.
Visitors can expect a variety of interactive stations including:
- Aeronautical design and construction of flying machines
- A giant wall of colourful light-up switches for pattern making
- Three-dimensional puzzles to build and solve
- A large, colourful car wash engineered into action
The exhibition is designed to be inclusive and accessible, with a social story available to help prepare children for their visit. Low sensory sessions are offered monthly for visitors with sensory sensitivities.
Ground Up: Building Big Ideas, Together is located at Scienceworks, 2 Booker Street, Spotswood. The venue is open daily from 10:00 to 16:30, providing ample time for families to visit at their convenience.
Scienceworks is well-equipped for accessibility, with visual and written guides available online. Visitors can contact the team for additional support to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
The exhibition is suitable for children from birth to five years old, making it an ideal outing for families with young children. Admission to the exhibition is included with general museum entry.
Low sensory sessions occur on the first Saturday of every month, offering a quieter environment for children who may benefit from reduced sensory input.
Please note that children under 16 years enter free, and concessions are available for seniors and other eligible visitors.
Tickets can be purchased online or at the venue. Admission prices are:
- Adult: $15
- Senior: $12
- Child 16 years and under: Free
- Concession: Free
- Members: Free
Booking in advance is recommended, especially for low sensory sessions and busy periods. For enquiries and bookings, contact Scienceworks directly.
