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Survival and revival of the string figures of Yirrkala
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/cultural-objects/survival-and-revival-of-the-string-figures-of-yirrkala/

String figures, or Matjka-wuma, are patterns or designs made on the hands with a loop of string.

Published 19 March 2015

First Nations Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Pandanus toys
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/aboriginal-toys/pandanusmade-toys/

We have numerous toys in our collection which are made from pandanus.

Published 23 July 2018

First Nations toys toy
Grindstones
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/cultural-objects/grindstones/

Fragments of grinding stones dating back 30,000 years to late in the Pleistocene Epoch have been found at Cuddie Springs in western NSW.

Published 13 January 2017

food First Nations tool
Contemporary toys made from recycled materials
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/aboriginal-toys/contemporary-toys/

There are some interesting modern toys in the collection which are very different to those previously collected.

Published 11 November 2018

First Nations toys toy
Dolls
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/aboriginal-toys/indigenous-australian-dolls/

Dolls were used for amusement, but also as a way of showing how to care for young children and understand family groupings.

Published 11 November 2018

First Nations toys toy
Bags, baskets and containers
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/aboriginal-toys/bags-baskets-and-containers/

Bags, baskets and other small containers were commonly used by children.

Published 11 November 2018

weaving toy toys First Nations basket
Toy bows and arrows
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/aboriginal-toys/toy-boomerangs/

Toy bows and arrows were not common, but we have several examples of these in our collection.

Published 11 November 2018

First Nations toys toy
Burra
https://australian.museum/visit/whats-on/burra/

Be transported on an immersive journey through the eyes of burra (eel) in the Australian Museum’s learning and play space.

Published 23 June 2022

First Nations
Wansolmoana
https://australian.museum/visit/whats-on/wansolmoana/

Experience the diverse and dynamic cultures of Pasifika peoples through stories and objects from across the region.

Published 26 September 2023

First Nations Wansolmoana Pacific collection Pasifika
Case Study: La Perouse 2002
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/restricted-collections-repatriation/case-study-la-perouse-2002/

Ancestral and sacred material from La Perouse was of scientific interest, but the wishes of First Nations people take precedence.

Published 04 December 2012

First Nations repatriation

Tails from the Coasts

Presented with the National Museum of Singapore, this culturally significant collection of watercolours brings to life extraordinary species and captivating stories.

Special exhibition
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Burra

Be transported on an immersive journey through the eyes of burra (eel) in the Australian Museum’s learning and play space.

Permanent kids learning space
10am - 4.30pm

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RELICS

Vintage objects meet miniature LEGO^® brick worlds in RELICS: A New World Rises, an extraordinary exhibition created by LEGO^® Masters winners. Opening 16 August at the Australian Museum.

Special Exhibition
Opens 16 August 2025

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Minerals

Be dazzled by over 1800 spectacular rocks and minerals in our new Minerals Gallery.

Permanent exhibition
Open daily

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