MoPA: Museum of Play and Art
About the Business
Welcome to MoPA: Museum of Play and Art, a one-of-a-kind establishment located in Sandringham, Australia. As a museum and point of interest, MoPA offers a unique experience for visitors of all ages.
At MoPA, we believe that play and creativity are essential for a brighter future. Our exhibits and activities are carefully designed to provide rich opportunities for play-based learning and creative exploration. We are inspired by the teachings of renowned figures such as Einstein, Picasso, Montessori, and Malaguzzi, who all recognized the importance of play and creativity in early learning.
Located on Bay Road, our museum is easily accessible and offers ample parking for your convenience. We also have a fully catered cafe on-site, where you can enjoy a variety of healthy nibbles and drinks while taking a break from exploring the museum.
We would like to acknowledge that our museums are built on the traditional lands of the Bunurong People of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to the Elders past and present, as well as to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Naarm (Melbourne) community and beyond.
By visiting MoPA, you are supporting our mission to make a difference in the world through play and creativity. We are proud to be recognized as global leaders and innovators in our field, and we strive to create a space where imagination knows no bounds.
Thank you for joining MoPA's mailing list. As a subscriber, you will receive updates about our latest exhibits, events, and special offers. Plus, you will also have the chance to win exciting prizes. Be sure to check back on Friday at 5pm for winner announcements.
Come and experience the joy of play and art at MoPA: Museum of Play and Art. We look forward to welcoming you and your family to our museum in Sandringham or our location in Geelong on McKillop Street.
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Location & Phone number
247 Bay Road, Sandringham, Victoria 3191, Australia
Hours open
Monday:
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday:
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday:
9:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday:
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Reviews
"Our son had a wonderful time and did not want to leave! The place is clean & fun even for us parents. Each room was entertaining and very exciting. Our son was able to freely crawl around safely. Surprisingly, it wasn’t crowded considering we went on a weekend plus there were private parties held too. The storytelling and party time are great additional activities for the kids. It was an amazing experience for us!"
"We had high expectations of this place given previous reviews and the philosophy as stated on their website. And MoPA certainly delivered in every aspect. Entering the space, the warm and welcoming team are ready to help and answer any questions. The attention to quality is apparent immediately, with 'traditional' museum level details blended seamlessly with many playful elements. Even the toilets were a work of art! Overhearing a team briefing it was clear their philosophy on play is centred around the child's innate need to explore and discover new environments. Using suggestive and questioning language rather than dictatorial language is a beautiful touch - this one detail I have personally seen let down otherwise awesome kids spaces. Another testament to this philosophy are the activities, which are offered by choice, but not forced upon the children. The elements of the museum are very well imagined and constructed. They allow plenty of opportunity for children to use the spaces in many different ways, for whatever purpose the child (or adult!) imagines. The timed entry is an appropriate amount of time to explore and get value from the facility. The cafe was lovely to have a quick snack and break, the quality of the food and drink was great. We arrived by public transport (bus 822), which was convenient with a stop right outside the Museum. There is plenty of parking for those driving. Overall, an amazing experience that has inspired us immensely! Thank you ❤️"
"Many activities for the kids, each session is 2 hours and it went by pretty quick. The staff were very helpful, there were many activities like story telling, arts and craft during the sessions. There are also rooms you can rent for events. Will be back again soon."
"Amazing ... it's a great local place for kids. Well thought of venue. Offering wide range of activities for all ages. It's a quality venue. Great range of services offering kids parties. Really fun and kids will love the interactive creative play. Dedicated area for under 2 year olds. 10/10 always booked so book in advance. Clean, great staff, great Cafe with good range food for kids and parents. You have to visit to experience."
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