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Unleash Your Imagination: Explore, Dream, and Play at ACMI

Discover the magic of movies, television, video games, and art at ACMI, Australia’s national museum of screen culture, nestled in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. Whether you’re a cinephile, a gamer, or simply curious, ACMI offers an immersive, fun-filled experience for all ages, every day of the year—except for one!

For families, ACMI is a treasure trove of fun and learning. Explore The Story of the Moving Image, a free, family-friendly exhibition that takes you on a journey through the history of film, TV, video games, and art. Open daily, this engaging experience is perfect for curious minds of all ages.

ACMI also offers a dynamic lineup of family-friendly exhibitions, workshops, and activities, particularly during school holidays. From hands-on workshops to special screenings, there’s always something exciting to discover together.

Located in Fed Square, ACMI is your gateway to the stories and creativity that shape our digital lives. Whether you’re revisiting a classic, exploring interactive exhibits, or participating in creative activities, ACMI is the perfect place for a family day out.

Ideal For

  • All Ages
  • Museums + Galleries
  • Dreamer

Location

ACMI, Flinders Street, Melbourne VIC, Australia

FAQs

  1. Opening Hours: Daily 10am to 5pm
  2. Accessibility: Actively welcomes people with access needs.
  3.  Family Facilities: Baby change facilities are available at the Flinders Street and Fed Square levels of the building, next to the toilets. Prams and strollers are welcome throughout the building, except inside exceptionally busy exhibitions, in which case they need to be left in the Cloakroom. We’ll let you know when this so. Otherwise, prams and strollers must stay with you.
  • FREE WiFi
  • Enquiry Desk
  • Carpark
  • Cafe
  • Bar
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Under 13 year olds must be accompanied by a guardian.