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History of the Mammal Department
https://australian.museum/about/history/people/history-of-the-mammal-department/

The Mammalogy department was formed in 1890 under the direction of Edward Pierson Ramsay, the first Australian-born curator for the museum.

Published 25 September 2014

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Controversy in museums: a timeline
https://australian.museum/about/history/timelines/controversy-in-museums-a-timeline/

This timeline first appeared in the Journal of Museum Education, Volume 23, No 3, 1998 and was co-edited by Maureen McConnell and Honee Hess. It is reproduced here with kind permission of the authors.

Published 12 November 2009

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A timeline of fossil discoveries
https://australian.museum/learn/science/human-evolution/a-timeline-of-fossil-discoveries/

A key part of writing a coherent story about our origins is finding and identifying the remains of our ancestors and understanding their significance. Scientists will not always agree on identifications and opinions will change as new find are made and new ways of studying them are developed.

Published 04 January 2011
AM Trust Presidents
https://australian.museum/about/history/people/am-trust-presidents/

Discover the wealth of knowledge and contributions to the Australian Museum through our AM Trust Members over the years.

Published 02 December 2021
Surviving Australia
https://australian.museum/publications/surviving-australia/

What does it take to survive in Australia? From eucalyptus forests to coral reefs and the outback, meet the animals that have evolved remarkable adaptations to thrive in diverse Australian habitats. Discover stories of both triumph and extinction that shaped one of Earth's most unique ecosystems.

Published 30 September 2025

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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