Students and Educational Group Visits
Bookings and Enquiries
For more information, feel free to call or email us.
Admission
Bookings are essential for all student and educational groups
EDUCATIONAL GROUPS
Tailored educational visits for student groups
We warmly welcome educational groups of all levels – from primary and high schools to universities and other learning institutions.
At Mary MacKillop Place, your students will deepen their understanding of the legacy of Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop & Fr Julian Tenison Woods while engaging in meaningful learning that fosters growth and connection.
We are committed to providing an enriching learning environment for all with a dedicated Museum Educator onsite.
Bookings are available from Tuesday – Friday with two session times available for you to book:
Session 1:10am arrival for 10:30am start – finishes at 12pm
Session 2:12pm arrival for a 12:30pm start – finishes at 2pm
Maximum 60 Students per session
For Educators
To assist educators with their planning, the following information is available.
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Key information for your visit
Bookings and group confirmation
- We request that the final numbers for your group be confirmed 48 hours prior to your visit.
- Please note our session times are 10am – 12pm and 12pm – 2pm. These sessions include time for morning tea or lunch on the grounds followed by a 90-minute education program.
- We can comfortably accommodate groups of up to 60 guests in the museum at a time. For larger groups, our team will work with you to create a plan that ensures everyone enjoys their visit.
- We are unable to offer Guided Tours on weekends and public holidays.
Cancellation policy
- Cancellation policies do apply, please see our Museum bookings terms and conditions for further details.
On arrival
- When you arrive, please wait at the Museum Reception. A staff member will greet your group and direct you to the appropriate area to begin your museum visit.
During your visit
- We ask that you are mindful of other guests during your visit. To ensure the preservation of the artifacts on display, we ask that no food or drink is consumed in the Museum galleries.
- We have a number of recess and lunch areas available for your group to enjoy while on site. For outdoor activities, our Glen Roy Green offers a large, grassed area. If you would like to make use of these spaces during your visit, please make note when you book.
Use of the Memorial Chapel
The Mary MacKillop Memorial Chapel is available for Mass, private prayer, or teacher-led liturgies upon request.
Students are welcome to attend our scheduled Masses at the following times:
If you wish to host a Mass outside of the scheduled Mass times, you will be required to provide your own priest. Private masses must be booked via email.
In keeping with the policy related to the ministries of the Sisters of St Joseph and the Australian Catholic Bishops’ Conference, all clergy celebrating sacraments in the Chapel must meet the requirements set by the Office of Children’s Guardian and the Church’s internal process of Towards Healing.
While there is no charge for using the Chapel, a donation to support its upkeep would be greatly appreciated.
Bookings
Please use the form below to request your booking and obtain a quote. Once you have requested your booking and accepted the quote provided, your booking will be confirmed, and and invoice will follow.
A cherished pilgrim site, open to all, the Mary MacKillop Place Memorial Chapel is the final resting place of Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop.
Your support enables the work of hospitality, legacy, and spiritual connection at Mary MacKillop Place.
“We may feel our crosses hard at times, but our courage should rise with them.”
MARY MACKILLOP | 1882
