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Building Materials
https://australian.museum/learn/minerals/geological-deposits/building-materials/

Perhaps the most important geological deposits are those that we use for building purposes. These come from all geological environments.

Published 24 December 2009

earth sciences geological processes geoscience minerals
A Rock from Cape Horn
https://australian.museum/learn/collections/natural-science/mineralogy/mineralogy-collection-a-rock-from-cape-horn/

On 22 May 1826, two ships sailed from Plymouth, England on a major expedition to chart the southern coast of South America.

Published 24 December 2009

earth sciences geoscience minerals mineralogy

Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru

Come face-to-face with one of the most remarkable gold collections to ever tour the globe in the immersive exhibition, Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru and add-on VR experience.

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Future Now

Step into Future Now, an Australian Museum exhibition about sustainability and be inspired by practical and innovative ways to build a more sustainable future.

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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 education 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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