What is it?

A virtual excursion runs like a video conference. During a live, interactive session with educators, students can explore some of the galleries at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra, as well as photographs, works of art, and film. They can learn about real objects and participate in activities during an Australian curriculum-linked program.

What equipment do I need?

A virtual excursion connection uses broadband internet and a computer or smart tablet with camera capabilities, such as a webcam, so that we can see your group. You need to connect these to equipment like a television screen or interactive whiteboard, so that all students can see our presenters. It is also recommended that you connect an external microphone, so that we can hear your students clearly. Students can also connect individually if they are learning at home.

To run a virtual excursion, you will need to download software (the Memorial uses Zoom) that allows us to connect in a “virtual meeting room”. Our Digital Learning Officer can discuss software requirements with you.

Please contact your IT or departmental support team to determine if there are any firewall restrictions, or if you are unsure what software and hardware your school currently has. Your security settings need to allow video and audio to be sent and received. We will conduct a short test run with you prior to the virtual excursion.

How do I book?

The dates for semester 1 2020 are now open:

The Memorial can host up to three classes per virtual excursion, with a maximum of 100 students. This might be three classes from the same school, or three classes from different states and territories. 

When connecting to classes/students learning at home, each session will be limited to students from the same school only.

Program delivery times will be negotiated with schools and teachers, once all slots are filled for that day.

For bookings, future availability and more information, please contact the Digital Learning Officer at VirtualExcursions@awm.gov.au.

While virtual excursions with the Australian War Memorial can run without any additional resources, your school is welcome to book a Memorial Box to complement the program.

More information can be found on our Memorial Boxes page.

Current Programs

For more digital classroom resources, visit our Classroom Resources page.