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Wansolmoana
https://dev.australian.museum/visit/whats-on/wansolmoana/

Experience the diverse and dynamic cultures of Pasifika peoples through stories and objects from across the region.

Published 26 September 2023

First Nations Wansolmoana Pacific collection Pasifika
Wansolmoana conversation starters
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/teachers/first-nations-learning-resources/cs-wansolmoana/

Use our Wansolmoana conversation starters for fun suggestions and prompts for how to engage with this exhibition.

Published 24 October 2023

Wansolmoana Pasifika education resource
Nau mai Haere mai ki te maumahara koutou te ra o Waitangi
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/news/blog/waitangi-day-2022/

This Waitangi Day, the Australian Museum celebrates Maori culture and artistry by looking at some of the Aotearoan objects on display.

Published 04 February 2022

Pacific collection Pasifika Maori
Australian South Sea Islander Recognition Week: An interview with Emelda Davis and Dr Sonya Pearce
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/news/blog/south-sea-islander-recognition-week-emelda-davis-sonya-pearce/

Last week the Pasifika team were fortunate enough to sit with Sydney City Councillor, Emelda Davis, and Dr Sonya Pearce to hear their stories and celebrate the Australian South Sea Islander story: 175 years ago, to now and well into the future.

Published 25 August 2022

First Nations Pacific Culture Pasifika
Papua New Guinea Independence Day: An Interview with Wap-hill Imbun
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/news/blog/papua-new-guinea-independence-day/

As an acknowledgement of Papua New Guinea's 47th year of Independence, we had the honour of interviewing Wap-hill Imbun, a Papua New Guinean- Australian.

Published 21 September 2022

First Nations Pacific Culture Pasifika
Māori fish hooks
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/cultures/pacific-collection/fish-hooks/maori/

Fishing holds profound significance in Te Ao Māori, the Māori world, as evidenced by its creation story.

Published 10 October 2023

Pacific Culture Pacific collection Aotearoa Wansolmoana Maori Pasifika
New acquisition: Papa He’e Nalu Hawaiian surfboards
https://dev.australian.museum/learn/news/blog/new-acquisition-hawaiian-surfboards/

The Australian Museums new acquisition of Papa He’e Nalu Hawaiian surfboards provides the opportunity to create a dialogue and enhance interest around surfing, and a unique way to contextualise Australian surfing culture and history.

Published 24 January 2023

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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 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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