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History of Ichthyology
https://australian.museum/about/history/people/history-of-ichthyology/

After a slow start, the Museum's collection of fishes has grown to provide a comprehensive resource for research scientists.

Published 30 January 2014

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The Museum's Early Days
https://australian.museum/about/history/the-museums-early-days/

Australia's oldest museum was founded in 1827. Under the dedicated curatorship of German emigrant Gerard Krefft in the 1860s, the Museum came to be recognised as a truly 'scientific' establishment.

Published 01 August 2014

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Collections & Research Building
https://australian.museum/about/history/building-for-the-future-new-collections-and-research-building/

The Research & Collections Building brings together much of the natural history collection in a purpose-built facility.

Published 27 April 2015

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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
On now

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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<sup>®</sup> worlds in <i>RELICS: A New World Rises</i>, an extraordinary exhibition created by LEGO<sup>®</sup> 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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