Sydney Harbour Bridge – connecting people

Explore the history of the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and develop historical inquiry skills. 

Excursion Type

Onsite excursion

Sydney Harbour Bridge – connecting people

Excursion Summary

Stage 1
History
Duration: 
90 minutes

Details

Explore the history of the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge through learning activities that encourage active participation and use digital media. 

In this 90-minute program students will: 

  • identify reasons for building the Sydney Harbour Bridge 
  • explore bridge design 
  • re-enact the opening of the Sydney Harbour Bridge 
  • make their own souvenir Sydney Harbour Bridge 
  • view original collection items 

Curriculum outcomes

History 

  • HT1-2 Identifies and describes significant people, events, places and sites in the local community over time. 
  • HT1-3 Describes the effects of changing technology on people’s lives over time. 
  • HT1-4 Demonstrates skills of historical inquiry and communication. 

Before you visit

School students | What should I know before I visit?

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Booking Details

Cost

$200 for groups up to 15 and $325 for groups of 16 – 30.

Availability

Monday - Friday during term time

Duration

90 minutes

Minimum Supervision Ratio

Kindergarten – Year 2: 1 adult per 5 students

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