Geoscience Australia
Overview
Geoscience Australia welcomes visitors to discover Earth science and their work.
Their public display area houses the National Mineral and Fossil Collection. Visitors can be captivated by a collection of minerals, fossils, and meteorites, with approximately 700 items on permanent display.
Exploration can be done at one's own pace or through the Mineral Treasure Hunt activity, accessible via a QR code on personal devices or as a paper copy obtainable from Reception.
Visitors also have the opportunity to touch a piece of the Moon at Geoscience Australia! A Moon rock, brought back to Earth by the Apollo 17 mission in 1972 and on loan from NASA, is the only piece of the Moon in the Southern Hemisphere that can be touched!
Or get up close and personal with Earth science through the hands-on exhibits in the Education Centre! Here, individuals can hold a volcanic bomb, examine glow-in-the-dark minerals, discover fossilized feces, and zoom in using the digital microscope.
Visitors are welcome in the Education Centre unless it is being used for a scheduled activity. To prevent disappointment, it is encouraged to verify availability before the visit by contacting the reception via phone.
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating
Based on 39 reviews“The best time”
This was amazing and we almost missed it, I enjoyed it lots, best display of gemstones be ever seen, and great for all ages, you need more advertising thanks
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Step back in time”
What a fabulous place. Such an interesting display of rocks and minerals. You can even touch a piece of the moon. A terrific looking education centre and library. The geological walk was marvelous. A...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Kaleidoscope of colourful minerals and geological displays.”
For anyone interested in geology or minerals, a wonderful experience. A great selection on samples on display and an informative and interactive education centre. You even are able to see a touch a...
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- Carpark
- Coach Parking
- Food and Refreshments
- Interpretive Centre
- Interactive Centre
- Non Smoking
- Picnic Area
- Public Toilet