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African Collection
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/world-cultural-collections/african/

In 1884, the Museum acquired nearly 100 cultural objects of the Zulu people, South Africa. Learn more about the collection material originally from Africa.

Published 14 November 2018

International collections culture Africa African Anthropology
Boat People: Captain Cook in Context
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/boat-people-captain-cook-in-context/

The British exploration of the Australia-Pacific region in historical perspective.

Published 06 January 2014

Cook blog Anthropology
Balinese Expressions: Double Ikat Gringsing
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/balinese-expressions-double-ikat-gringsing/

Sacred textiles of Tenganan Village in Bali.

Published 13 December 2013

Anthropology Blog
Boat People: Kwaiawata Island
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/boat-people-kwaiawata-island/

Remote community on a major shipping route.

Published 07 August 2013

blog Anthropology
Our Global Neighbours: Kenyah People of Borneo
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/our-global-neighbours-kenyah-people-of-borneo/

The glimpses of life of forest people.

Published 03 July 2013

blog Anthropology
Our Global Neighbours: Pacific-culture ancestry in Formosa
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/our-global-neighbours-pacific-culture-ancestry-in-formosa/

Bark cloths, sailing with outrigger, headhunting and more.

Published 24 June 2013

Pacific Culture blog Anthropology
Our Global Neighbours: Opium Anyone?
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/our-global-neighbours-opium-anyone/

Culture and politics of opium smoking Chinese style

Published 09 April 2013

blog Anthropology
Balinese Expressions # 1: Reunion with the Forge Collection
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/balinese-expressions-1-reunion-with-the-forge-collection/

Jane Hubert and Olivia Forge visit Australian Museum

Published 27 September 2012

Blog Anthropology Balinese Art
Calling on Tongan Traditions: Handicrafts
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/calling-on-tongan-traditions-handicrafts/

Lady Tunakaimanu Feilakepa is renowned and greatly respected for her traditional cultural knowledge in Tonga and across the Pacific. Here she shares her knowledge on a variety of pandanus handicrafts.

Published 14 February 2012

blog Anthropology

RELICS

Vintage objects meet miniature LEGO^® brick worlds in RELICS: A New World Rises, an extraordinary exhibition created by LEGO^® Masters winners.

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2025 Australian Geographic Nature Photographer of the Year

See nature in a whole new light in this stunning, photographic exhibition, featuring works by some of the world's best nature photographers.

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Unfinished Business

Experience an accessible 3D photography exhibition detailing personal stories from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples living with disabilities across Australia.

Special exhibition
Opens 1 November

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Wansolmoana

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

Permanent exhibition
Open daily

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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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Minerals

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

Permanent exhibition
Open daily

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