The Deaf Art Science Festival is a free day of art, science and community learning co-designed with deaf students, professionals and other members of the deaf community. The program includes deaf-led tours of Science Gallery Melbourne's EMERGENCE[Y] exhibition, drop-in STEM workshops, Auslan Storytime, introductory Auslan lessons, a climate-crisis keynote forum, a showcase of deaf organisations and emergency services, and a cafe staffed by deaf student baristas.
The festival is for young people, families, members and allies of the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. It takes place at Science Gallery Melbourne, 114 Grattan Street, Parkville, on Saturday 19 September 2026 from 11:00am to 5:00pm. Admission is free; the linked official festival page provides current booking information.
The listing identifies accessible toilets, Auslan interpretation, mobility access, quiet spaces, service-animal access and additional assistance by contacting the organiser. These details are self-reported and have not been independently verified by the City of Melbourne. Email info@melbourne.sciencegallery.com for further information.
