National Science Week
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Join us this Science Week to deep dive into the science of the ocean!
Visit the museum for stunning exhibitions and the annual Valerie Taylor Ocean Prize presented by Blue World.
See us around Sydney, with pop ups for families at the Sydney Science Trail Expo and Science in the Scrub.
School students around Australia can join us online for our series of free webinars.
And dive deeper to discover more about Ocean Futures and explore our collection of artefacs about Ocean Science and Sustainability.
Blue World's Valerie Taylor Ocean Prize 2026
BLUE WORLD and the Australian National Maritime Museum are delighted to invite you to the 2026 Valerie Taylor Ocean Prize celebrations, as part of National Science Week 2026.
Friday 14 August
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Bookings essential
$20 General Admission, $15 Museum Members
For Schools
Book an education workshop or tour
Bring your stage 2 students on an excursion any time of the year to discover the superpowers of plankton and learn about innovative solutions to ocean pollution, or discover our Year 11 depth study focused on marine science. School can also enjoy a self-guided tour of the galleries, with discussion questions focusing on ocean health and sustainability!
See us around Sydney
Sydney Science Trail Expo
Australian Museum
Visit us at the Sydney Science Trail during National Science Week. We will have fun, ocean-themed, interactive activities for children and families. Try the buoyancy challenge, learn how sailors use maths to navigate across the high seas, hold a Sperm Whale tooth and more!
Family Community Days Saturday 15 August
Booked School Program 17 - 21 August
Science in the Scrub
Pop-up Ocean Lab
Western Sydney Parklands, Lizard Log
Meet the pint-sized planet protectors that save our seas - phytoplankton and zooplankton! Explore aquatic specimens under the microscope and upcycle marine debris into spectacular new creations. Get hands on with preserved creature specimens and slippery slimy experiments inspired by the sea.
Sunday 23 August
10am – 3pm
Free
