Yiwarra Kuju
The development of Canning Stock Route dramatically affected the lives of Aboriginal people.
Indigenous Objects from the Hunter Valley
Find out more about this unique collection.
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Balinese Art
We hold one of the best collections of classical Balinese paintings in world.
Pacific Collections
Culture, ethnography, history and archaeology of the Indigenous peoples of the Pacific.
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Stories of the Dreaming
Hear some stories of the history and culture of Australia's Indigenous people.
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Kalti Paarti - Carved emu eggs
Emu egg carving first became popular in the mid to late nineteenth century.
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Death - The Last Taboo
Throughout the world, death is celebrated, embraced and feared.
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Spirit Faces
Masks have been used to express cultural and spiritual beliefs...
Aboriginal People of Coastal Sydney
Explore the rich and complex customs of Aboriginal people
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Indigenous Australia
Explore Indigenous Australia, view timelines and resources for students and teachers.
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Waitangi Day
Waitangi Day is New Zealand's annual celebration of the signing of the Waitangi Treaty.
Boomerang
A boomerang is more than a toy and an icon, but a deadly hunting weapon.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Collections
The collections come from areas throughout Australia, but NSW is the major focus.
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Collections Search
Explore the Australian Museum Collections today!
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The Virtual Museum of the Pacific
Now showcasing more than 400 cultural objects from our world-renowned Pacific Collection.
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Birds of Paradise
See nature at its most exotic and extravagant!
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Ancient Egypt
Well preserved art gives us a glimpse into the life and customs of this ancient society.
Body Art
Explore the different ways in which people change, decorate and adorn their bodies.
Asia, Africa, Americas Collections
Explore the material culture of Indigenous peoples throughout the world.
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