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The drawings of Sarah Stone - pages 46 to 90
https://australian.museum/learn/collections/museum-archives-library/the-sarah-stone-collection/sarah-stone-gallery2/

This collection of drawings is one of the treasures of the Australian Museum Research Library. Explore the illustrations of Sarah Stone. Gallery 2 of 3

Published 01 May 2019

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Kalti Paarti: Carved emu eggs
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/cultural-objects/kalti-paarti-introduction/

Kalti Paarti is the practice of emu egg carving that depicts rich visual history through commemorating First Nations traditions and connection to animals and the land.

Published 11 March 2015

First Nations art emu
Uhi ta moko: Art and practice of Maori tattooing
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/uhi-ta-moko-art-and-practice-of-maori-tattooing/

As the art and practice of ta moko developed in Aotearoa - New Zealand, Maori pioneered the use of smaller, narrower uhi without teeth that cut grooves through the skin.

Published 17 February 2011

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Blaschka glass sea anemones
https://australian.museum/about/history/stories/blaschka-glass-sea-anemones/

A scientific marvel in the field of art? Or an artistic marvel in the field of science? Either way, this isn't the only mystery crystallised in the collection of glass marine creatures made by the famous German father and son team, Leopold and Rudolph Blaschka.

Published 03 June 2010

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The drawings of Sarah Stone - pages 91 to 137
https://australian.museum/learn/collections/museum-archives-library/the-sarah-stone-collection/sarah-stone-gallery3/

This collection of drawings is one of the treasures of the Australian Museum Research Library. Explore the illustrations of Sarah Stone. Gallery 3 of 3

Published 01 May 2019

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Art as resistance
https://australian.museum/learn/first-nations/unsettled/continued-resistance/art-as-resistance/

Through art, First Nations peoples are able to empower and elevate their voices and bring attention to issues of sovereignty, self-determination, and cultural strength.

Published 03 September 2021

First Nations Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander resistance art
Ghost Net Art from Darnley Island (Erub)
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/ghost-net-art/ghost-net-art-from-darnley-island/

The museum has several works in our collection which are wonderful examples of how environmentally destructive materials are being recycled into amazing works of art.

Published 11 June 2015

Aboriginal ghost net art
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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The drawings of Sarah Stone - pages 1 to 45
https://australian.museum/learn/collections/museum-archives-library/the-sarah-stone-collection/sarah-stone-gallery1/

This collection of drawings is one of the treasures of the Australian Museum Research Library. Explore the illustrations of Sarah Stone. Gallery 1 of 3

Published 01 May 2019

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Draw your own Birds of Australia: Primary
https://australian.museum/learn/teachers/at-the-museum/draw-birds-primary/

Mixing Science and Visual Arts, in this limited-time program students will learn about Australian birds and make artworks using a variety of materials.

Published 02 April 2025

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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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