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The origins of mummification in ancient Egypt
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/ancient-egyptian/the-origins-of-mummification-in-ancient-egypt/

In ancient Egypt a person's body was preserved as they believed that the soul (ba) and life force (ka) needed to have a physical base in the afterlife.

Published 22 September 2009

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Glossary of ancient Egyptian terms
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/ancient-egyptian/glossary-of-ancient-egyptian-terms/

Terms relevant to ancient Egyptian art, beliefs and technology.

Published 22 September 2009

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The Painter in ancient Egypt
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/ancient-egyptian/the-painter-in-ancient-egypt/

Ancient Egyptian wall paintings provide a fascinating glimpse into the past. In tombs it was the painter's task to preserve the dead individual's spirit. Most tomb art generally followed consistent rules and held special meaning to the ancient Egyptians.

Published 22 September 2009

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Religion and gods in ancient Egypt
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/ancient-egyptian/religion-and-gods-in-ancient-egypt/

Religion governed life at all levels of Egyptian society.

Published 30 October 2015

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How were ancient Egyptians mummified?
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/ancient-egyptian/how-were-ancient-egyptians-mummified/

The Egyptians had a long tradition of mummifying their wealthy dead.

Published 25 September 2015

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Preparation for death in ancient Egypt
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/ancient-egyptian/preparation-for-death-in-ancient-egypt/

Ancient Egyptians spent a considerable amount of time and money preparing for their death.

Published 30 October 2015

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Animal mummies in ancient Egypt
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/ancient-egyptian/animal-mummies-in-ancient-egypt/

Almost every kind of animal that lived in ancient Egypt has been found as a mummy - from bulls, birds, snakes and crocodiles to fish, cats and scarab beetles. Many animals were seen as manifestations of gods.

Published 22 September 2009

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Ramses learning journey: New Kingdom Egypt - Amenhotep III to the Death of Ramesses II
https://australian.museum/learn/teachers/history-learning-resources/secondary-amenhotepiii-ramessesii/

Follow this learning journey to engage with the new temporary Ancient Egypt exhibition, Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs.

Published 27 September 2023

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Ramses: An ancient adventure unit
https://australian.museum/learn/teachers/history-learning-resources/secondary-year-7/

Follow this unit to engage with the temporary Ancient Egypt exhibition, Ramses the Great & the Gold of the Pharaohs.

Published 06 November 2023

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Ramses learning journey: The Representation of the Ancient Past and the Role of Museums
https://australian.museum/learn/teachers/history-learning-resources/preliminary-ancient-history/

Follow this learning journey to engage with the new temporary Ancient Egypt exhibition, Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs.

Published 24 January 2024

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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, <i>Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru</i> and add-on VR experience.

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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
Opening Saturday 10 May

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Wild Planet

Welcome to life on Earth. Every one of Earth’s millions of species is unique, but they are all connected through evolution. Come and see life in all its glorious diversity – over 400 animals under one roof!

Permanent exhibition
Open daily

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Minerals

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

Permanent exhibition
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