Face your fears and step into the world of one of the most misunderstood animals on the planet. Spiders: From Fear to Fascination challenges common misconceptions and explores how these arthropods have survived for more than 300 million years on nearly every continent.  

Where do spiders live and what do they eat? What unique behaviors have equipped them for survival? Explore what life is like for a spider through immersive activities, augmented reality experiences, and even live spiders! Plus, discover the distinct ways spiders impact our day-to-day lives by helping us improve medicine, pesticides, and more.  

ARACHNID ACTIVITIES  

If you have a mild case of arachnophobia, don’t worry; this all-ages exhibition offers lots of engaging, safe ways to learn about spiders.

Choose your participation level, from activities at an arm’s length to hands-on interactives:  

• Encounter virtual spiders using touch screens, augmented reality, and video projections 
• Play sensory and skill games to live like a spider—detect danger (or dinner!) in web vibrations and compete in a dance-off with a Peacock Spider  
• Design your very own spider and bring it to life on screen 
• Take a closer look at carefully preserved spider and arachnid specimens as well as more than a dozen live species 

Safety & Comfort

This exhibition includes spider specimens on display behind glass and may feature demonstrations with live spiders handled by qualified, trained staff. All exhibition experiences are safe and optional. We kindly ask that you turn off any flash photography to minimize stress to the animals and refrain from bringing food or drink into the exhibit area.

Exhibit Made Possible By

Spiders: From Fear to Fascination was developed by the Australian Museum and toured internationally by Evergreen Exhibits. This special exhibition is on display through April 2026.