Uncover the wonders of an ancient world at Melbourne Museum this school holidays

Welcome to Mesopotamia: Introduce the family to the wonders of Mesopotamia with this special twenty-minute family presentation in the Museum Theatre. Journey back through time and learn about the rise of city living in Mesopotamia.
Venue: Museum Theatre
Date: 30th June to 15th July 2012
Time: 11.30am, 1pm, 2pm
Cost: Included with museum entry

Mesopotamia Family Fun: Learn all about Mesopotamia through our free hands-on activities for families and kids. Help to recreate some of the mighty wall reliefs of the Assyrian palaces from craft materials.
Date: 30th June to 15th July 2012
Time: 11am - 3pm
Cost: Included with museum entry

Family Trail: Look out for the special child-friendly labels designed to help young learners discover an ancient world of kings and legends, monsters and lions in the exhibition's Family Trail. Suited for 5-9 year olds.
Date: Daily
Time: 10am - 5pm
Cost: The Family Trail is included in the exhibition entry ticket

Kids Audio Guide: Experience the exhibition with a special audio tour just for kids. This unique tour provides a great way for families to learn more about the many things that the Mesopotamians did that we still do today.
Suited for 7-12 year olds.
Date: Daily
Time: 10am - 5pm
Cost: $7 per handset