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Death: the last taboo
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/death-the-last-taboo/

Death is a process rather than an event. Learn more about the process and the many natural and human processes that occur after our death.

Published 13 November 2018

past exhibition death
Sydney ‘Syd’ Kirkby
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/trailblazers/sydney-syd-kirkby/

Syd is credited with surveying more of Antarctica using traditional means than anyone in history.

Published 27 November 2015

past exhibition trailblazer exhibition Sydney ‘Syd’ Kirkby sydney kirkby
Decomposition - Body Changes
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/death-the-last-taboo/decomposition-body-changes/

Death begins when the heart stops beating. Deprived of oxygen, a cascade of cellular death commences.

Published 12 October 2015

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Burial - Madagascar
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/death-the-last-taboo/burial-madagascar/

Throughout Madagascar, great significance is placed on ancestors, who watch over all aspects of daily life and ensure the continuity and unity of the family and community. Ancestor spirits reside in the north-east corner of the home and in the family tomb, reflecting a strong belief in life after

Published 22 October 2009

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Disposing of the dead - Burial
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/death-the-last-taboo/disposing-of-the-dead-burial/

The word burial comes from the Anglo-Saxon word birgan, meaning to conceal. The earliest archaeological evidence for the deliberate treatment of the dead is in the form of ancient burials. In some cultures, the dead were buried in cemeteries as it was illegal to bring the dead into cities.

Published 07 January 2010

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Who works at a morgue?
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/death-the-last-taboo/who-works-at-a-morgue/

There are many people who work at an Institute of Forensic Medicine (morgue), from pathologists, to grief counsellors to administration personnel, but there are three main people who are involved in deciding whether an autopsy is carried out or in performing an autopsy.

Published 27 October 2009

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Mourning - Jewish mourning
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/death-the-last-taboo/mourning-jewish-mourning/

Find out how a Jewish person is prepared for burial and how their mourners are expected to behave during the mourning period.

Published 22 October 2009

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Defining death
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/death-the-last-taboo/defining-death/

There are three main ways that death can be defined: legally, culturally or clinically. Find out what criteria are used to determine the moment of death.

Published 22 October 2009

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Body art
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/body-art/

The Body Art exhibition explored the many different ways, both temporary and permanent, in which people modify, change, decorate and adorn their bodies. It revealed the what, why, how and where of 'body art'.

Published 05 December 2018

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The Meaning of Ta Moko - Maori Tattooing
https://australian.museum/about/history/exhibitions/body-art/the-meaning-of-ta-moko-maori-tattooing/

Ta Moko was like a history of a person's achievements and represented their status in their tribe.

Published 30 September 2015

past exhibition body art

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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Future Now

An exhibition about sustainability created by the Australian Museum.

Touring 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 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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