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Grindstones
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/cultural-objects/grindstones/

Fragments of grinding stones dating back 30,000 years to late in the Pleistocene Epoch have been found at Cuddie Springs in western NSW.

Published 13 January 2017

food First Nations tool
Contemporary toys made from recycled materials
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/aboriginal-toys/contemporary-toys/

There are some interesting modern toys in the collection which are very different to those previously collected.

Published 11 November 2018

First Nations toys toy
Dolls
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/aboriginal-toys/indigenous-australian-dolls/

Dolls were used for amusement, but also as a way of showing how to care for young children and understand family groupings.

Published 11 November 2018

First Nations toys toy
Bags, baskets and containers
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/cultures/atsi-collection/aboriginal-toys/bags-baskets-and-containers/

Bags, baskets and other small containers were commonly used by children.

Published 11 November 2018

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Toy bows and arrows
https://dev.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
Power through poetry
https://dev.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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How we are Unsettled: Unit of work
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/teachers/first-nations-learning-resources/unsettled-unit/

Access our smartboard-ready unit of work to engage in the themes, stories and artworks of Unsettled, with embedded activities, videos and worksheets.

Published 28 September 2021

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Teacher Professional Development: Stage 6 History
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/teachers/at-the-museum/first-nations-teacher-development/

Learn how to authentically embed First Nations perspectives in the Stage 6 History classroom in this NESA accredited professional development program at the Australian Museum.

Published 19 July 2024

First Nations education education program teachers
Learning language in GADI
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/news/blog/learning-language-in-gadi/

You probably know how to say "hello" in French – but do you know the word in Sydney language?

Published 07 March 2018

First Nations Gadigal Gadi blog
Cleansing Ceremony marks new beginning for Westpac Long Gallery
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/news/blog/cleansing-ceremony-marks-new-beginning-for-westpac-long-gallery/

Indigenous Elders recently led a cleansing ceremony in the historic Long Gallery, marking a new beginning in the space.

Published 03 August 2017

First Nations Westpac Long Gallery events blog

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 education space
10am - 4.30pm

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RELICS

Vintage objects meet miniature LEGO® worlds in RELICS, 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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