Treasures of the Viking Age – The Galloway Hoard Excursion

Guided tour

Photo showing a collection of silver metal artefacts

This excursion will be available from 1 June to 9 October, 2026.

What can artefacts from the Viking Age tell us about the extent of exploration and trade at that time? What was the role of religion? What materials were used to make everyday and high-status objects, how far did these objects and their owners travel, and what does this tell us about everyday life at that time?

In 2026, bring the Viking Age to life for your students by bringing them to explore the Galloway Hoard at the Australian National Maritime Museum.

In this facilitated tour, aligned with the Stage 4 curriculum, students will:

Handle and explore replica Viking-age artefacts
Learn skills to help them interrogate sources
Look beyond the Viking-age stereotypes
Understand the significance of the Galloway Hoard and what it tells us about the people who hid this treasure away!

Why not make a day of it and take advantage of our discounted offer by booking your students into our Maritime Archaeology program or a Highlights tour of the Museum? 

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Also included

Free self-guided access to museum exhibitions and HMAS Vampire outside of the scheduled program times. If you wish to visit any other vessels, please include the details in your booking form.
All groups have a 30-minute recess and safety induction on arrival.
Please indicate in your booking enquiry if you would like to schedule a lunch break during your visit.

Accessibility

This program is conducted within the main museum building.

There is ramp and lift access to all exhibition spaces within the main museum building.
Wheelchair users can access the wharf with assistance.
This program does not include boarding the vessels.

Please indicate in your booking enquiry if anyone in your group has additional support needs so that we can ensure everyone has a positive experience at the museum.

Accessibility for schools