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Heide has much to offer visitors of all ages, and kids under 16 years are admitted free! Explore the gardens and exhibitions and discover fun for the whole family.
We run regular programs for kids and families such as <a href="https://www.heide.com.au/events/art-babies/">Art Babies</a> and <a href="https://www.heide.com.au/events/gallery-kids/">Gallery Kids</a> as well as creative school holiday activities every term.

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Visitor information

Heide welcomes visitors with disabilities and our staff will do everything possible to provide all visitors with a positive experience. Please contact the museum on <a href="tel:+610398501500">03 9850 1500</a> if you have questions or to discuss your access requirements. Access to the museum and surrounding gardens can be challenging as Heide consists of a group of buildings on a sloping site, including two heritage-listed buildings which were originally private residences.
<a href="https://wp.heide.com.au/app/uploads/2022/10/Access-Information_2022.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click here</a> for more detailed information on access to the Heide Cottage, Heide Modern and the main Heide Galleries, Heide Kitchen and the Sidney Myer Education Centre.
If there are questions we have not answered, or if you have any feedback, please do not hesitate to contact us on <a href="tel:+610398501500">03 9850 1500</a> or at <a href="mailto:info@heide.com.au">info@heide.com.au</a>

Accessibility

Prams are welcome in the gallery spaces. The Heide Galleries have ramp access and is fully accessible. For accessible entry at the Heide Cottage, please use the intercom at the front door for Visitor Services staff to assist you. Heide Modern have limited access. Please leave prams with the volunteer at the desk. Cloaking is available for large items including prams at the main information desk.

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Toilets are located in the main gallery building, the top carpark and at Heide Kitchen. Changing facilities can be found in the main galleries. Ask at the main information desk.

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Be a twitcher for a day and spot some beautiful birds in the Heide Sculpture park! Use a map to locate each area where the twelve painted birds are hidden in trees in the sculpture park.
Once you have found all of the birds you can cut out and keep the cards to help you identify these birds in the future! Make sure you keep your eyes peeled for the real birds on your twitching adventure!
<a href="https://wp.heide.com.au/app/uploads/2022/09/915.MiniBirdWatchers_Activity_A4.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Print a copy</a> at home or play Mini Twichers on your phone or device using the button below

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Our top tips for families:
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<li>Take on our Heide Seek challenge—a great way to entertain kids in the gallery.</li>
<li>Bring a picnic to enjoy in the gardens</li>
<li>Take a walk around the sculpture park and see how many sculptures you can find</li>
<li>Visit Heide’s two kitchen gardens and see what veggies our gardeners are planting</li>
<li>Discover the healing garden and find a quiet place for a relaxing break</li>
<li>Make your way down to the Birrarung/Yarra River and explore our indigenous garden Yaluk Langa</li>
<li>Find Yingabeal, Heide’s scarred tree</li>
<li>Stop in at Heide Café for some yummy treats, many made with the produce grown in the garden!</li>
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