Museum Mystery Madness
Uncover the fun of Museum Mystery Madness these school holidays
Museum Mystery Madness – September School Holiday Fun!
Looking for a new adventure these school holidays? Join the fun with Museum Mystery Madness at Sunshine Coast Museums! Dive into local history, uncover hidden secrets, and enjoy hands-on games and activities designed for curious minds of all ages.
🔍 Explore. Discover. Solve.
📍 Visit your local museum – check the Museums webpage for opening hours and details.
ℹ️ Scroll down for a list of participating museums and activities.
| Museum | Activity | Open hours |
| Buderim Pioneer Cottage, 5 Pioneer Crescent, Buderim | Mystery Quiz for kids at Buderim Pioneer Cottage Travel back in time and put your detective skills to the test! During September, kids can explore Buderim’s historic Pioneer Cottage and take part in the Mystery Quiz—can you find and name the mystery objects hidden throughout the house? All entries go in the draw to win a $25 voucher, plus a lucky dip prize for every participant. A fun and educational adventure for the school holidays! | Open Monday to Saturday, 11am-3pm Visit our website 🎟️ Adults $5 - Children free during September |
| Caloundra RSL Military Museum 19 West Terrace, Caloundra | Can You Crack the Clues? – Kids’ Holiday Quiz at Caloundra RSL Test your knowledge with our special kids’ quiz at the Caloundra RSL Military Display! Journey through Australia’s wartime history, from WWI to modern conflicts, as you uncover fascinating stories and solve clues hidden among the memorabilia. Bring your thinking caps—you’ll need them! | Open Tuesday to Thursday, 10am–2pm, or by group appointment Visit our website 🎟️ Free entry – all ages welcome |
| Fairview (Pattemore House) 15 Porters Lane, Maleny | Step into History at Fairview – Kids’ School Holiday Activity! Bring the kids along to Fairview in North Maleny these school holidays for a fun and educational history adventure! Young visitors can explore this beautifully preserved early 1900s farmhouse and complete a special kids’ questionnaire to uncover stories of local dairy farming life, the Pattemore family, and the heritage gardens. A great way to connect with the past while enjoying the peaceful surrounds of this state heritage-listed property. | Open Friday 26 Sept, Saturday 27 Sept, and Friday 3 Oct 1pm–4pm 💻 Find us on Facebook: Friends of Pattemore House |
| Peachester Heritage Centre 960 Peachester Road, Peachester | Peachester Heritage Centre – School Holiday Fun! Nestled behind the historic Peachester Hall, the Peachester Heritage Centre invites kids and families to explore local history these school holidays! Discover the region’s rich timber heritage, learn about legendary weather forecaster Inigo Jones, and take part in a fun questionnaire designed just for kids. See the incredible timber whittling display and see how the past comes to life through the fascinating collection of local craftsman, the late Jim Hall. | Open Monday 22 Sept, Sunday 28 Sept, and Monday 29 September 10am–2pm 💻 Find us on Facebook: Peachester History Committee 🎟️ Adults $5 – Kids free |
Want more school holiday fun? Don't miss the exciting activities happening at Bankfoot House and Landsborough Museum!