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Survival and revival of the string figures of Yirrkala
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/first-nations-collections/cultural-objects/survival-and-revival-of-the-string-figures-of-yirrkala/

String figures, or Matjka-wuma, are patterns or designs made on the hands with a loop of string.

Published 19 March 2015

First Nations Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Pandanus toys
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/first-nations-collections/aboriginal-toys/pandanusmade-toys/

We have numerous toys in our collection which are made from pandanus.

Published 23 July 2018

First Nations toys toy
Grindstones
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/first-nations-collections/cultural-objects/grindstones/

Fragments of grinding stones dating back 30,000 years to late in the Pleistocene Epoch have been found at Cuddie Springs in western NSW.

Published 13 January 2017

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Contemporary toys made from recycled materials
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/first-nations-collections/aboriginal-toys/contemporary-toys/

There are some interesting modern toys in the collection which are very different to those previously collected.

Published 11 November 2018

First Nations toys toy
Dolls
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/first-nations-collections/aboriginal-toys/indigenous-australian-dolls/

Dolls were used for amusement, but also as a way of showing how to care for young children and understand family groupings.

Published 11 November 2018

First Nations toys toy
Bags, baskets and containers
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/first-nations-collections/aboriginal-toys/bags-baskets-and-containers/

Bags, baskets and other small containers were commonly used by children.

Published 11 November 2018

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Toy bows and arrows
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/first-nations-collections/aboriginal-toys/toy-boomerangs/

Toy bows and arrows were not common, but we have several examples of these in our collection.

Published 11 November 2018

First Nations toys toy
Curator in conversation: Unsettled virtual tour
https://australian.museum/visit/whats-on/curator-unsettled-virtual-tour/

Explore the new immersive Unsettled virtual experience and join First Nations curator Dr Mariko Smith as she guides attendees through the virtual tour and provides insights into the ins and outs of developing this powerful exhibition.

Published 20 September 2021

First Nations Unsettled
Power through poetry
https://australian.museum/learn/teachers/first-nations-learning-resources/power-through-poetry/

Be inspired by the poems of First Nations artists, then use the activity book prompts and activities to create your own poems.

Published 05 July 2021

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How we are Unsettled: Unit of work
https://australian.museum/learn/teachers/first-nations-learning-resources/unsettled-unit/

Access our smartboard-ready unit of work to engage in the themes, stories and artworks of Unsettled, with embedded activities, videos and worksheets.

Published 28 September 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.

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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.

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Minerals

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

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