Play
Explore
Wonder
What is a Children’s Museum?
A children’s museum is a “nonprofit educational and cultural institution committed to serving the needs and interests of children by providing exhibits and programs that stimulate curiosity and motivate learning.”
Association of Children’s Museums (ACM).
As the ACM explains, “Children’s museums are places where children learn through play and exploration in environments designed just for them.” (source: ACM website).
Cairns Children’s Museum (CCM) offers precisely that: experiences for children to experiment, learn, have fun, and do the one job they are meant to do: play!
Although uncommon in Australia, CCM is far from being a new concept. Popular across North America and Europe, children’s museums were born out of the realisation that actual museums did not cater to children’s needs and learning styles.
Vision, Mission, Values
Through interactive and immersive experiences, CCM bridges the gap between learning and fun, making science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) accessible and exciting. We are dedicated to fostering creativity and critical thinking, growing little minds and cultivating the next generation of innovators.
Through our innovative and engaging programs, we invite children to play, explore and wonder about the world around them.
Mission
To promote STEAM in the Early Years by encouraging play-based learning and divergent thinking, fostering 21st-century skills in children 12 and under and nurturing our future innovators for a better tomorrow.
Vision
To break down barriers to STEAM education by offering children in Far North Queensland the same opportunities as their peers in urban cities. We want to bridge the gap for STEAM engagement and invite children to play, explore, and wonder about the world around them through hands-on, interactive experiences.
Values
Accessibility, curiosity, innovation, growth, sustainability and STEAM engagement for children in FNQ.
We bring the fun to you!
Cairns Children’s Museum (CCM) has embraced a mobile format, taking STEAM education on the road.
Our tailored programs have been developed for children 12 and under and are a perfect addition to your school, daycare, or outside of school our care’s program. Through hands-on activities, engaging workshops, and interactive experiences, CCM brings the thrill of discovery directly to you. By fostering curiosity and innovation, CCM inspires young minds and instils a lifelong love for science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM).
BOOK NOW!
Book now! Cairns Children’s Museum (CCM) ’s STEAM programs offer engaging, interactive learning experiences. Ignite curiosity in your little people with hands-on workshops and activities.