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The “pygmy” myth debunked
https://australian.museum/learn/first-nations/debunking-australian-pygmy-people-myth/

The “pygmy” myth is often used to dismiss the rightful place of Aboriginal peoples as the First Peoples of Australia. In this article, we challenge the myth and the assumptions behind it.

Published 08 May 2020

First Nations Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australian archaeology
Christine Donnelly
https://australian.museum/learn/first-nations/sydney-elders/christine-donnelly/

Christine is the founder of the Aboriginal Dance Theatre in Redfern, which opened in 1979 and she is currently the CEO.

Published 28 April 2020

First Nations Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders portrait
Dulcie Flower AM
https://australian.museum/learn/first-nations/sydney-elders/dulcie-flower/

Dulcie Flower is a Miri woman of the Meriam Nation from the Torres Strait Islands who was born in Cairns.

Published 28 April 2020

First Nations Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders portrait
Eric Robinson
https://australian.museum/learn/first-nations/sydney-elders/eric-robinson/

Eric is a valued member of the Babana Aboriginal Men’s Group in Redfern where he is regarded as the honorary Elder.

Published 28 April 2020

First Nations Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders portrait
Mick Mundine
https://australian.museum/learn/first-nations/sydney-elders/mick-mundine/

Mick has lived and worked in the Redfern community for decades where he has established programs to help the local community and drive self-determination and Aboriginal social justice.

Published 28 April 2020

First Nations Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders portrait
Sol Bellear AO
https://australian.museum/learn/first-nations/sydney-elders/sol-bellear/

Sol was awarded the Order of Australia (AO) in 1999 for services to the Aboriginal community, particularly in relation to the administration and development of health policies.

Published 05 May 2020

First Nations Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders portrait
Kooriculum: Beyond Terra Nullius
https://australian.museum/learn/first-nations/kooriculum-beyond-terra-nullius/

Aboriginal Stories of Country welcome all visitors, ask people to listen and learn from them, to respect their country and in particular respect their sacred sites.

Published 08 May 2020

First Nations Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander IndigenousX
Indigenous science goes far beyond boomerangs and spears
https://australian.museum/learn/first-nations/indigenous-science/

Indigenous science was critical for Indigenous people in solving any number of problems they faced and to capitalise on beneficial and sustainable opportunities presented by their environments and circumstances.

Published 08 May 2020

First Nations Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander IndigenousX
Tasmanian Aboriginal shell necklaces: A significant cultural practice
https://australian.museum/learn/first-nations/tasmanian-aboriginal-shell-necklaces/

Shell necklace-making is a tradition that has continued uninterrupted by European colonisation.

Published 22 May 2020

First Nations Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander necklace shell
Possum skin cloaks then and now – same same but different
https://australian.museum/learn/first-nations/possum-skin-cloaks-then-and-now/

Revitalisation of Possum Cloak knowledges and practices as a living legacy in community, is a notable historically significant cultural regeneration phenomenon of our times.

Published 25 May 2020

First Nations Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander possums skin Possums

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

Step into <i>Future Now</i>, an Australian Museum exhibition about sustainability and be inspired by practical and innovative ways to build a more sustainable future.

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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
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