Experience the Immigration Museum in a calm, sensory-friendly environment on the first Saturday of each month.
Ongoing activity
400 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Adult $15, Senior $12, Child Free, Concession Free, Members Free
Enjoy a quieter, more relaxed visit to the Immigration Museum designed especially for visitors with sensory sensitivities. These sessions offer reduced sound and light levels throughout the ongoing exhibitions, creating a welcoming atmosphere for families seeking a calm cultural outing. Sensory maps and visual stories are provided to help plan your visit effectively.
The museum offers sensory bags containing noise reduction earmuffs, fidget tools, and communication cards to support visitors who may feel overwhelmed. While the museum is quieter during these sessions, some gallery spaces may still be busy due to the museum's popularity.
This is a wonderful opportunity for parents to introduce their children to history and culture in a supportive setting that respects sensory needs.
- Held on the first Saturday of every month from 15:00 to 17:00
- Excludes school holidays
- Includes sound and light level reductions in all ongoing exhibitions
- Sensory maps and visual stories available on arrival
- Sensory bags available to borrow free of charge
These sessions are included with museum entry and are ideal for families with children who benefit from a low sensory environment.
The sessions take place at the Immigration Museum, located at 400 Flinders Street, Melbourne. The museum is open daily from 10:00 to 17:00, with the low sensory sessions specifically scheduled for the first Saturday of each month.
The museum is accessible and offers visual stories to assist visitors in planning their visit. Sensory bags can be borrowed from the admissions desk in the entrance foyer.
Public transport and parking options are available nearby, making it easy for families to visit.
Please note that surcharged experiences, temporary exhibitions, shows, or programs have not been adjusted for sensory needs. Although the sessions aim for a quieter environment, the museum may still have crowds in some gallery spaces.
The museum participates in the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program, ensuring staff are trained to provide respectful and discreet support to visitors with hidden disabilities.
Visitors can communicate their need for assistance by wearing a Hidden Disabilities Sunflower lanyard or wristband.
Admission to the museum is required to attend the sessions. Prices are:
- Adult: $15
- Senior: $12
- Child: Free
- Concession: Free
- Members: Free
Bookings can be made online, and it is recommended to secure tickets in advance due to the museum's popularity.
