Mermaid Melody’s Book Nook

Reading, Colouring and Calm space  

Take a break and enjoy calm creative activities in our lounge area inspired by ocean superhero Valerie Taylor’s artistic creation Mermaid Melody. Join in largescale collaborative colouring of Valerie’s mermaid and sea creature artworks, chill out on the pillows, pick up a book or create your own playful stories with sea creature puppets from Mermaid Melody’s “touch tank”. 

FREE for all visitors - No booking required

Dates: Daily during school holidays 14–28 April 2024
Times: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Ages: Suitable for families with children aged 0 – 10 

 

Images by Valerie Taylor from the Australian National Maritime Museum Collection,  ANMS1458808_001, ANMS1458[761] & NC703561_001