Join us on an epic scientific adventure designed especially for kids and families, where curiosity is your guide and discoveries are around every corner.
From the tiniest fingerprints to the vast rhythms of nature, kids will dive into hands-on activities that unlock the secrets of the universe all around – and within – us!
PLUS… Help us make history!
We’re attempting to build the world’s longest DNA model right here at Perth Children’s Hospital. Every pair of hands counts — come and add your link to the chain!
What’s On
- Fingerprint Detectives: Discover what makes your fingerprints unique and learn how forensic science helps solve real-world mysteries.
- Decoding the Seasons: Explore Aboriginal knowledge and how seasonal changes guide traditional understandings of health, healing, and the land.
- Crack the Code, Make a Bracelet: Decode a secret message to reveal a personalized beaded bracelet – a fun take on binary code and DNA sequencing.
- DNA Build: Construct your very own giant DNA Double Helix model. Learn about what DNA stands for and what it’s composed of.
When: Monday 11 – Friday 15 August 2025
Time: 9am to 3pm
Where: The Kids Research Institute Australia Discovery Centre
Who: Kids and families – budding scientists and curious minds welcome!
Cost: Free – No registration required