The Chinese Museum plays an important role in preserving the heritage of Australians with Chinese ancestry for future generations and to acknowledge the contribution they have made to the evolution of Australian society over the past 200 years to the current day.
We preserve and present Chinese culture and Australian history to recognise and celebrate the identity of Chinese Australian people.
Dear Education Community,
A very warm welcome to term three.
As we continue to celebrate the Year of the Dragon, we invite you to explore our range of exciting and engaging Education Programs. We offer curriculum aligned programs that support the teaching and learning in the subject areas of: Ancient Chinese History, Australian History, Intercultural Understanding and Chinese LOTE.
We offer Museum and Chinatown tours all year round that showcase the traditions, heritage and culture of the Chinese Australian community. Enhance your Museum experience and create a memorable day out for your students by adding a craft workshop, Kung Fu session or a meal program.
In this edition of Ed-News, explore our Travelling Museum Programs where our Museum comes to you; discover how you can engage with our Museum remotely from anywhere in Australia with our live virtual Digital Cultural Adventures Programs and discover the many ways you can give your students an unforgettable experience in our dynamic Kung Fu Workshop Program, where students will learnsafe ways to use this ancient art form to develop strength, balance and mindfulness. Students are also introduced to the origins and health benefits of Wing Chun Kung Fu.
Check out our freeonline education resource designed especially for you to celebrate the Year of the Dragon. Our Year of the Dragon Education Resourceis a great way to extend and enhance your Museum experience with lots of pre- and post-visit activities, discussion notes, a slide show and more.... See below for more details....
May the Year of the Dragon continue to bring you and your students much prosperity, joy, and good fortune!
We invite you to view our full range of Education Programs on our website.
We remind you to book in early to avoid disappointment. Bookings for all education programs can be made online using our online booking form on our website.
Tailored for school groups, students will practice basic Kung Fu movements in a safe and supportive environment. Customizable, age-appropriate content, the practice of Kung Fu aims to achieve physical, mental, and spiritual harmony. Emphasis is on discipline and respect for oneself and others. The content of this program is relevant for learning in the areas of Intercultural Understanding and Health and Physical Education.
Facilitated by our much-loved and experienced Chief Martial Arts Instructor: Sifu Damien alongside his assistant, Emma Carr, Women Self-defence Instructor & Health and Fitness Coach.
There’s a Kung Fu location and format to suit your needs
Our new Kung Fu Studio located in the Docklands, is a spacious purpose-built martial arts space, featuring absorbent flooring that can accommodate large and small groups. Click here to see more information about our new studio venue
Kung Fu Workshops are now also available onsite at the Chinese Museum in our Level One Gallery Space. Please note that this is subject to venue availability. This is a great option when booking other Museum programs on the same day.
Can’t make it to Docklands or the Museum? Not a problem! Our Kung Fu Workshop Program is available as an incursion through our Travelling Museum Program
Access our Kung Fu Workshop from anywhere in Australia remotely through our Digital Cultural Adventures - avirtual program presented live to your students through your choice of platform. Find out more HERE.
Also don’t forget that our popular Dragon Puppet Workshopis now offered as an incursion in our Travelling Museum program. This hands-on workshop is suitable for primary school students in year levels 1-6.
This free online Education Resource provides teachers with a suite of activities that can be used flexibly with your Museum program or use it as a part of a unit of work. Students can learn all about the cultural practices and traditions of Chinese dragons and we invite schools to create their own Chinese Dragon.
See our Dragon Mural Art Activity for all the details on how your school community can participate and share your dragons with us. We can’t wait to see your results!
Students and teachers are most welcome to purchase a souvenir as a memento of their visit.Our gift shop is located in the foyer of the Museum. We have a range of products such as Chinese tea, toys, bookmarks, fans, keyrings, and lucky coins with prices starting at only $1.
We accept cash and all major credit cards including Apple Pay (please note that we don’t accept AMEX).
Our gift shop features a range of new dragon-themed products to celebrate the Year of the Dragon.We recommend allowing some time before or after your program for students to purchase their gift shop item.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR ONGOING SUPPORT
We warmly wish to thank teachers and schools for continuing to support our Museum and we look forward to welcoming you and your students either onsite or online at the Chinese Museum soon.
Best wishes,
From the Education Team
The Museum of Chinese Australian History gratefully acknowledges the Victorian State Government Department of Education as an Education Program partner.
Museum of Chinese Australian History acknowledges Aboriginal Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and pays respect to their cultures and Elders past, present and emerging.
