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Preparation for death in ancient Egypt
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/ancient-egyptian/preparation-for-death-in-ancient-egypt/

Ancient Egyptians spent a considerable amount of time and money preparing for their death.

Published 30 October 2015

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The underworld and the afterlife in ancient Egypt
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To the ancient Egyptians, the underworld was a dangerous region that one's spirit had to traverse.

Published 30 October 2015

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Tombs in ancient Egypt
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/ancient-egyptian/tombs-in-ancient-egypt/

In ancient Egypt a tomb, if built and designed properly, had the power to restore life and give immortality to the dead owner. Tomb architecture was complex and its art in the form of painting, sculpture and script gives a glimpse into the beliefs and daily life of the ancient Egyptians.

Published 22 September 2009

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Art in ancient Egypt
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Ancient Egyptian art has survived for over 5000 years and continues to fascinate people from all over the world. An ancient premise has become a modern reality: art is a path to eternal remembrance.

Published 03 February 2010

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Animal mummies in ancient Egypt
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/ancient-egyptian/animal-mummies-in-ancient-egypt/

Almost every kind of animal that lived in ancient Egypt has been found as a mummy - from bulls, birds, snakes and crocodiles to fish, cats and scarab beetles. Many animals were seen as manifestations of gods.

Published 22 September 2009

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The origins of mummification in ancient Egypt
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/ancient-egyptian/the-origins-of-mummification-in-ancient-egypt/

In ancient Egypt a person's body was preserved as they believed that the soul (ba) and life force (ka) needed to have a physical base in the afterlife.

Published 22 September 2009

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The Jeweller in ancient Egypt
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Jewellers in ancient Egypt needed to know and follow a strict set of rules in order to fulfil the religious function of jewellery. Specific materials, colours and designs were often associated with certain gods and goddesses or had magical qualities of protection.

Published 22 September 2009

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Funerals in ancient Egypt
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/ancient-egyptian/funerals-in-ancient-egypt/

The funeral and burial of an ancient Egyptian was a complex process.

Published 26 October 2015

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The Potter in ancient Egypt
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/ancient-egyptian/the-potter-in-ancient-egypt/

From the earliest times, Egyptian potters were mass producing containers for everyday activities such as cooking, drinking and food storage.

Published 22 September 2009

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The Sculptor in ancient Egypt
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/ancient-egyptian/the-sculptor-in-ancient-egypt/

Stone sculptures created by ancient Egyptian craftsmen are some of the most impressive and informative remnants of the ancient world. Sculptors had an important role in ancient Egypt as they carved substitute bodies for the tomb, small funerary statuettes and tombstones.

Published 22 September 2009

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Barka: The Forgotten River

Meet <i>Barka: The Forgotten River</i> in this new First Nations exhibition developed by Uncle Badger Bates and Justine Muller with the Barkandji community.

Special exhibition
Now on until 23 July 2023

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Bilas: Body Adornment from Papua New Guinea

Witness the beauty and diversity of cultural decoration and body adornment from Papua New Guinea in this special exhibition at the Australian Museum in Sydney.

Opening 9 June 2023, featuring photographs by Wylda Bayrón.

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School programs and excursions

Book school excursions at the Australian Museum, Sydney, that inspire and engage students of all ages.

Virtual excursions
Educator-led tours

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Burra

Be transported on an immersive journey through the eyes of burra (eel) in the Australian Museum’s new learning and play space.

Permanent education space
Open daily

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