Hop In! an Immersive World of Play

Event

Step into a playful, hands-on exhibition designed for children aged 3–12 and their families at Canberra Museum + Gallery.

Hop In! turns the familiar family home inside out. Rooms shift in scale and perspective, inviting children to move, build and imagine in surprising new ways.

Stretch out beneath a sky of clouds and gaze up into the grass. Crawl under oversized furniture to create your own secret world. Splash, tumble and explore a pool made for play, or wander through reimagined kitchens, backyards and bedrooms where creativity takes over.

At the heart of the exhibition is Bunny Dearest by artist Beci Orpin — a gentle, guiding companion woven throughout these imaginative environments.

Designed for active play and open-ended discovery, Hop In! sparks curiosity, builds confidence and creates opportunities for families to connect through shared play.

Dates & Times
  • Sat 18 Apr 12pm–4pm
  • Sun 19 Apr 12pm–4pm
  • Mon 20 Apr 10am–4pm
  • Tue 21 Apr 10am–4pm
  • Wed 22 Apr 10am–4pm
  • Thu 23 Apr 10am–4pm
  • Fri 24 Apr 10am–4pm
  • Sat 25 Apr 12pm–4pm
  • Sun 26 Apr 12pm–4pm
  • Mon 27 Apr 10am–4pm
Accessibility
  • Actively welcomes people with access needs.

When

18 Apr - 11 Oct

Session times vary

Where

Canberra Museum + Gallery

176 London Circuit,
Canberra ACT 2601

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Price

Free

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