Get ready to shrink down to the size of an ant and step into the intricate, bustling world of Antopia—a groundbreaking new exhibition at Melbourne Museum.
Antopia is an immersive journey promising to be one of the most captivating events of the summer. Don’t miss this chance to explore the secret lives of ants like never before at Melbourne Museum.
Antopia: a Hidden World Beneath Our Feet
Antopia invites you to dive into the incredible world of ants, showcasing their intricate communication systems, collaborative feats, and extraordinary sensory experiences.
Created by the visionary team behind Melbourne Museum’s award-winning Tyama exhibition, this multisensory spectacle blends art, science, and state-of-the-art technology to illuminate the fascinating life of these tiny creatures.
From luminous pheromone trails to interactive environments that mimic ant communication networks, every corner of Antopia pulsates with energy and discovery.
The exhibition transforms your understanding of ants, revealing how their cooperative superpowers sustain life in the natural world.
Interactive Fun for Families and Curious Minds
Antopia isn’t just about looking—it’s about doing. Visitors can become part of the ever-evolving superorganism, contributing to an experience that’s equal parts educational and playful. Hands-on activities and interactive installations ensure that families and children are fully engaged, making science accessible and fun.
For parents, it’s a unique opportunity to inspire curiosity and spark meaningful conversations about nature, teamwork, and sustainability.
Antopia’s STEM Innovation
Developed in-house by Museums Victoria, Antopia highlights the museum’s commitment to advancing STEM education through immersive storytelling. By using cutting-edge visuals and digital environments, this exhibition breaks new ground in communicating complex scientific ideas in ways that are both entertaining and enlightening.
A Summer of Ant-astic Events
The fun doesn’t stop with the exhibition. Over the summer, look forward to family workshops, talks from entomologists, and even adult-only evening events, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Creative Lab: Craft Your Ant Diorama
At the Creative Lab – Antopia, children aged 5 to 12 can create their own ant-inspired dioramas and explore watercolour painting in a vibrant, sensory-rich setting.
Adding to the fun, a live ant colony will be on display, offering a rare chance to see these tiny engineers in action.
Please note: Creative Lab does not include Museum Entry.
Creative Lab: Craft Your Ant Diorama, 2 January – 25 January 2025 | Daily at 10:00am, 11:30am, 1:00pm, and 2:00pm | Children $10 | Members $8 |
Ants – A Polyglot Theatre Performance
Get ready to be captivated by Ants, a delightful performance by Polyglot Theatre that transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary. Enormous ants roam the area, encouraging children to work together in a playful world filled with breadcrumbs and wonder.
Ants – A Polyglot Theatre Performance, 14 December and 8 January – 25 January 2025, Free outdoor show at 10:00am (Museum Plaza), Indoor performances at 11:00am, 1:00pm, and 2:00pm (Main Foyer, free with museum entry)
Antennae Antics: Craft Your Own Ant-Inspired Headband
Get creative with Antennae Antics! Craft your own ant-inspired paper headband, complete with fun antennae, in this hands-on activity for all ages.
Explore how ants use their antennae to communicate and navigate while adding a playful touch to your Antopia experience. It’s the perfect complement to the exhibition and Polyglot Theatre’s Ants performance!
Antennae Antics: Craft Your Own Ant-Inspired Headband, Wednesday 8 January – Saturday 25 January 2025, 9:30am – 2:30pm, Main Foyer, Adults $15 | Children Free | Members Free (included with museum entry)
Tiny Tours: Ant to Apple
Tiny Tours offers a unique, 45-minute guided experience for early years audiences, particularly suited for children aged 3 to 5 years. With their own guide, children explore the museum’s most curious and amazing specimens and objects.
The ticket for a child is priced at $22, with guardians gaining free entry along with museum access.
Read our Tiny Tours review.
Tiny Tours, 14 + 15 December 2024, Every Friday from 3 January to 7 March 2025, 10.00 AM | Child $22 / Guardians Free / Includes Melbourne Museum entry
Plan Your Visit
Mark your calendars for this must-see exhibition that runs from 14 December 2024 to 10 March 2025 at Melbourne Museum, located at 11 Nicholson Street, Carlton.
Tickets are available now and priced to suit a variety of budgets:
- Members: $19
- Adults: $33
- Children (3–15): $10
- Concession: $28
- Flexi Ticket: $39
- Children under 3: Free
All tickets to Antopia include Melbourne Museum general admission.
Book your tickets online or in person at Melbourne Museum for this one-of-a-kind adventure.
Download our Social Story to prepare for your visit
Our friends at Noah’s Ark have produced a social story for families to prepare for their visit to Antopia at Melbourne Museum. Download the PDF here.
Noah’s Ark is a Registered NDIS Provider dedicated to supporting families with children aged 0-13 who have disabilities or additional needs. If you would like to access more resources for families or information about Noah’s Ark, visit noahsarkinc.org.au
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