School (Group) Visits

Your visit to the Shepparton Heritage Centre is a one stop shop for local history learning. Ideal for Kindergartens, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Community Groups.
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Main entrance to the Shepparton Heritage Centre - Welsford St
Facilities Include:
  • ​Museum - 4 large galleries and 2 small rooms - 5,000+ items on show
  • Lost Shepparton Shop - Photo Presentation Room
  • Family History Room
  • Outdoor Exhibits
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Our Learning Program can include the following sessions (about 15-30 mins each):
  • Museum Scavenger Hunt - find the object to match photo
  • Photo Slideshow - places, people, events etc
  • Historic Artefacts Focus
  • Outdoor Exhibits
  • Goulburn River River History
  • Monash Park - history and the Mooving Art Cows​
  • Self-guided walking ZeeTours - Shepparton Beginnings
  • Each session can accomodate up to 24 students. Maximum of 70 students for the visit.
  • ​Let us know what learning outcomes you want to cover so we can tailor your visit to your needs
Costs:
Basic Visit - $3.00 per student
Teachers to manage and supervise students looking at Museum items and outdoor exhibits.
​Premium Visit: $5.00 per student
Our staff will create a personalised visit and plan and manage some of the sessions for your students such as:
  • Photo Slideshow (SHC staff)
  • Museum Scavenger Hunt (SHC volunteer)
  • Outdoor Scavenger Hunt
  • Other options and variations are available
(Note: a school staff member or volunteer will also need to be with each session group)

Email us for further information or to book your visit. geoff@myshepparton.com.au
Need to talk to someone first? Call Geoff: 0459 215 205

School Requirements
  • Teachers MUST supervise and discipline students (our staff/volunteers have the right to cancel if this doesn't occur)
  • Organise your own transport for excursions
  • Bring own first aid kit and qualified first aid staff member for excursions
  • Ensure students dress appropriately for excursions
  • We have 2 main rules for students - don't touch exhibits or run in in the building or in the outdoor exhibit area
You may also like to include a visit to the Shepparton Art Museum (SAM), RiverConnect workshop or GV Water - Treatment Plant in Welsford St.
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The Museum has 4 large galleries and 2 small rooms - 5,000+ items on show
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Museum scavenger hunts are popular with the kids - What's it called? What does it do?
NEW: Self Guided Walking Tours using your smartphone or Digital devices - ZeeTours
  • Shepparton Beginnings (30 minutes - 1 kilometre) - Cost $5.99 - Buy In-App
  • Ideal for small groups 3-6 with supervising adult
  • Best for older students Years 3-6, secondary students, adults
  • More walking tours to come
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School/Groups who have booked their visit.
Click here for your introductory resources to prepare your students for their visit and assist your staff on the day.