Christmas at the Museum

Museum throws open its doors to Geelong for an exclusive Christmas preview of Wildlife Photographer of the Year 60.

Celebrate Christmas at the National Wool Museum with free entry and an exclusive preview of the much-loved Wildlife Photographer of the Year 60, from the Natural History Museum London.  

Head into the Museum on Thursday 19 December 5-8pm for free access to all galleries, family Christmas craft and an exclusive shopping experience.

See the work of some of the best nature photographers from around the world. Featuring fascinating animal behaviour, spectacular species, and the breathtaking diversity of the natural world. Wildlife Photographer of the Year shines a light on stories and species around the world and encourages future advocation for the planet.

Secure your last-minute Christmas gifts with a thirty percent discount* off all giftware, knitwear and accessories in the Museum Shop. The Museum Shop is stocked with a vibrant selection of gifts and knitwear, perfect for Christmas giving for all ages. 

Christmas at the Museum

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 60, Natural History Museum London

The world-renowned exhibition, now in its sixtieth year and on loan from the Natural History Museum in London, will open to the public at the National Wool Museum Geelong on 20 December 2024. Using photography's unique emotive power to engage and inspire audiences, the images shine a light on stories and species around the world and encourage a future of advocating for the planet.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year is the most prestigious photography event of its kind, providing a global platform that showcases some of the best photography talent from around the world for nearly 60 years. Launching in 1965, today the competition receives entries from 117 countries and territories all over the world, highlighting its enduring appeal. This year’s award-winning images will embark on an international tour that will allow them to be seen by well over a million people.
This year’s competition attracted an astounding 59,228 entries from photographers of all ages and experience levels from 117 countries and territories.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year 60 is on display at the National Wool Museum Geelong from 20 December 2024-18 May 2025

Mayor, Stretch Kontelj OAM

We’re proud to continue our ongoing partnership with the Natural History Museum London by bringing this amazing exhibition to our community and showcasing some of the most talented photographers in the world.  The exhibition is telling important stories about endangered species, environmental degradation and the conservation work being done to preserve habitat.  All of which are incredibly important to our coastal community.

I encourage you to make a visit to this stunning exhibition as part of your Christmas celebrations, taking advantage of free entry and festive activities on 19 December.