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Toy bows and arrows
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/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
Toy spears, spearthrowers and targets
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/aboriginal-toys/toy-spears-general/

Our collection includes various items that were used both for fun and as training instruments for adult life.

Published 23 July 2018

First Nations toys toy
Crocodile mask from the Torres Strait Islands
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/cultural-objects/crocodile-mask-from-the-torres-strait-islands/

Turtle shell masks from the Torres Strait Islands.

Published 02 October 2012

First Nations
The search for the hunting boomerang
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/boomerangs/the-search-for-the-hunting-boomerang/

The good hunting boomerang was developed through brain-storming and experimentation, with prudent eyes seeking universality and balance.

Published 02 February 2011

First Nations boomerang
Balls
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/aboriginal-toys/balls/

Balls used for throwing, catching and kicking games were made from varying materials.

Published 11 November 2018

First Nations toys games toy
Rattles
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/aboriginal-toys/toys-for-infants/

There aren't many records of toys used by infant children in Aboriginal culture.

Published 11 November 2018

First Nations toys toy
Toy Boomerangs
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/aboriginal-toys/toy-boomerangs1/

There are two toy boomerangs in our collection.

Published 11 November 2018

First Nations toys toy
Dance boards by Emma Nungarrayi, 1970s and 1980s
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/cultural-objects/dance-boards-by-emma-nungarrayi-1970s-and-80s/

Dance boards by Emma Nungarrayi, 1970s and 1980s

Published 29 November 2018

First Nations
Piracy by Tony Albert
https://australian.museum/learn/first-nations/Piracy-by-Tony-Albert/

A newly acquired work by Girramay, Kuku Yalanji artist Tony Albert shifts our perspective on what we choose to commemorate.

Published 14 May 2021

First Nations Cultural collections object

Tails from the Coasts

Presented with the National Museum of Singapore, this culturally significant collection of watercolours brings to life extraordinary species and captivating stories.

Special 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
10am - 4.30pm

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RELICS

Vintage objects meet miniature LEGO® worlds in RELICS: A New World Rises, an extraordinary exhibition created by LEGO® Masters winners. Opening 16 August at the Australian Museum.

Special Exhibition
Opens 16 August 2025

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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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