School Holiday Activities at Port Arthur Historic Site
Planning what to do to keep your kids, or grandkids entertained over the winter break? Join us at the Port Arthur Historic Site and take advantage of our free school holiday tours, talks and performances!
Far From Home
The Far From Home family tour is available to all families with site entry tickets to Port Arthur over the winter school holidays.
On this tour, children and their families are invited to discover why Britain shipped their criminals halfway across the world and what it would have been like to experience such a voyage.
The Far From Home tour runs for approximately 40 minutes and departs daily at 11:30 am & 2:30 pm from Monday 27 June - Sunday 24 July
The Mystery of the Coins
Archaeology at Port Arthur with Sylvana Szydzik
Learn about the stash of coins archaeologists discovered at the Port Arthur Historic Site, and the mystery surrounding this exciting find. Why are coins so important to archaeologists and what can they tell us about the people of the past?
In this special school holiday event for families, you will have the opportunity to meet with archaeologist Sylvana Szydzik and learn more about her work at Port Arthur.
Every Thursday from 30 June - 21 July 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Festival of Voices - Pop Up Performances
Port Arthur has partnered with the Festival of Voices to host two pop up performances at the Convict Church. These events are free for all site entry ticket holders.
Concordis Chamber Choir
Thursday 7 July at 1:00pm
Centenary State High School Choir
Friday 8 July at 1:00pm
We are COVID Safe. Your safety is our priority and we are taking every precaution to ensure our sites are COVID Safe. Please do not attend the site if you are feeling unwell or presenting with any symptoms however mild.
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