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James Cook – man, mariner, myth or monster
https://australian.museum/learn/first-nations/james-cook/

2020 marks the two-hundred-and-fifty-year anniversary of James Cook’s epic voyage along the east coast of Australia in 1770. The Australian nation will be torn between Anglo celebrations and Aboriginal mourning over James Cook’s so-called discovery of Australia.

Published 26 May 2020

First Nations Cook Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
The First Lie - the ongoing tragic legacy of Cook’s lie
https://australian.museum/learn/first-nations/the-first-lie/

The artwork I have chosen to respond to is Brenda L Croft’s gelatin silver photograph, Michael Watson in Redfern on the Long March of Freedom, Justice and Hope, Invasion Day, 26 January 1988.

Published 26 May 2020

First Nations Cook Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Unsettled: Primary unit
https://australian.museum/learn/teachers/first-nations-learning-resources/unsettled-primary/

Follow our unit to engage with the Australian Museum’s exhibition Unsettled and explore the ways we understand, remember and acknowledge our shared past in Australia.

Published 27 May 2021

creative arts primary school facilitated aboriginal and torres strait islander histories and cultures educator-led stage 3 Aboriginal art First Nations Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history
Unsettled: Art-focus unit
https://australian.museum/learn/teachers/first-nations-learning-resources/unsettled-art/

Follow this unit to engage with the themes of Unsettled and learn about the artworks and artists that make up the exhibition.

Published 27 May 2021

creative arts facilitated aboriginal and torres strait islander histories and cultures educator-led Aboriginal art First Nations stage 5 stage 4 secondary Art high school Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Investigating objects
https://australian.museum/learn/teachers/first-nations-learning-resources/investigating-objects/

Make predictions about archeological sites and objects based on no historical context, and question your understanding and presumptions about our shared history.

Published 27 May 2021

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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.

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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.

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Wansolmoana

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

Permanent 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
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10am - 4.30pm

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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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