Elf on the Shelf - Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf - Scavenger Hunt
Six cheeky, mischievous elves are hiding among the Museum's fascinating artefacts! Grab a picture scavenger hunt sheet and see if you can find them all. A fun and interactive activity for kids (and kids-at-heart) as they explore the Museum's exhibits in a whole new way.
While you're here, visit Santa's Grotto and get creative with some Christmas craft activities!
Santa's Grotto & Letter Writing Station
Santa's Grotto & Letter Writing Station
Step into Redland Coast Museum's Toy Hall of Fame, transformed into Santa's Grotto — a magical space filled with glittering decorations, wrapped presents, and a cosy fireplace display that captures the nostalgic joy of the season.
At the heart of the Grotto sits Santa's iconic red chair, the perfect backdrop for festive photos and family memories.
Santa himself will also be making an appearance during the following times:
Tuesday 9 Dec – 10am to 12pm
Thursday 11 Dec – 10am to 12pm
Saturday 13 Dec – 10am to 12pm
Tuesday 16 Dec – 10am to 12pm
Wednesday 17 Dec – 10am to 12pm
Children can also visit the Letter Writing Station, where they can write their wishes to Santa and post them in the Christmas Mail Box before he sets off on his sleigh!
Open for photos, letter writing, and festive fun throughout the holidays!
Discovering bush tucker with Murri Tukka
Cook up delicious First Nations treats in this school holiday workshop at Bribie Island Seaside Museum.
In collaboration with Bruce Phillips, proud Batjala man and founder of Murri Tukka, young people can explore elements of First Nations cuisine.
Bruce will deliver an engaging and educational workshop, where children will learn about local bush foods and participate in a hands-on program.
They will prepare delicious treats using well known and readily available bush foods, easy to replicate in the comfort of your own home.
Bruce's work shares thousand-year-old knowledge of how First Nations people would gather and prepare food, connecting land to plate through education and meal preparation with local bush ingredients.
School Holidays Craft Activity: Pom-pom Monsters
Get creative these holidays at the Redlands Coast Museum by making your very own woolly pom-pom monster! With wool, googly eyes and plenty of imagination, kids can design a fluffy, funny creature to take home.
From Wednesday 24 September to Wednesday 1 October, 10am - 2pm, WEEKDAYS ONLY.
This free craft activity is suitable for all ages.
General Museum entry applies for adults, children must be supervised at all times.
No bookings are required.
Spring Holiday Activities
Village Ahoy! Set sail with us this spring holidays with lots of swashbuckling fun and games!
Visit the Caboolture Historical Village to follow the clues on your very own treasure hunt, try your hand at few sailors’ knots, learn about shipwrecks in the Moreton Bay region and beyond and lots more. Follow our guides, ponder riddles of places to explore, learn lots of interesting facts and complete historical puzzles in our spring activity booklet.
In addition to the nautical activities,
• Take a ride on our village train
• See our blacksmith demonstration
• Do some gem sieving with the Caboolture Gem Club ($3 extra only available on Wednesday and Thursday).
• Hot dog or sausage sizzle lunch of your choice
• Rest of the day is free for you to explore the 12 acres of historical displays and buildings. A day with lots of great activities to enjoy!
$18 per child (includes entry to the village, activities booklet, train ride and lunch)
No entry fee for one accompanying adult/carer
Normal entry fees apply for accompanying visitors/parents
Accompanying Adult Lunch $5
Tuesday: 23rd & 30th September
Wednesday: 24th September & 1st October
Thursday: 25th September & 2nd October
Scavenger Hunt - Picture Trail
Looking for something to do this September/October school holidays? Come along to the Redlands Coast Museum in South East Queensland, and bring out your inner-detective with the new spring Picture Trail to take you throughout the displays and exhibits!
And if you come on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, why not reward yourself with a treat once you've completed the trail at the Servery?