Australia’s oldest museum , the Australian Museum found in Sydney showcases the best of Australian natural history. The Australian Museum is known internationally in the fields of anthropology and natural history. It features a wide variety of collections in zoology, of vertebrates and invertebrates; as well as those in mineralogy, anthropology and paleontology. The museum also does other works... Read moreAustralia’s oldest museum , the Australian Museum found in Sydney showcases the best of Australian natural history. The Australian Museum is known internationally in the fields of anthropology and natural history. It features a wide variety of collections in zoology, of vertebrates and invertebrates; as well as those in mineralogy, anthropology and paleontology. The museum also does other works like research, indigenous studies and community programs.
The former Secretary of State for the Colonies, Earl Bathurst, established the Australian Museum on March 30, 1827. The Colonial Museum or Sydney Museum was the museum’s original name but was later on changed when a meeting by a sub-committee decided for it to be named the Australian Museum in June 1836.
The Australian Museum used to be situated in a room at the offices of the colonial secretary and has been moved from one place to another during its first 30 years. In 1849 it finally moved to its present location in a building designed by the New South Wales colonial architect, James Barnet. In May 1857 the Australian Museum finally opened to the public. The museum was made of sandstone with a marble staircase facing Hyde Park.
The colonial government directly took charge of the Australian Museum until June 1836 during which a Committee of Superintendence of the Australian Museum and Botanical Garden was created. The first curator of the Australian Museum was George Bennett, a well-known naturalist. He was appointed in 1835 and was the first person to catalog the collection in the museum. In 1918, they renamed the position of curator to Director and Curator, which was later on changed to Director in 1921. The Australian Museum is presently directed by Frank Howarth. Collapse
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I would recommend to spend there a whole day. The Museum is interesting for all ages. Whether you take your kids or go there alone, you'll enjoy the exhibitions.
Dinosaurs display is awesome. Huge skeletons of the ancient animals will meet you on the very beginning of the exposition. Kids are so excited to see and touch the pieces!
Don't miss the minerals showroom! The magic of stones and crystals... Read moreI would recommend to spend there a whole day. The Museum is interesting for all ages. Whether you take your kids or go there alone, you'll enjoy the exhibitions.
Dinosaurs display is awesome. Huge skeletons of the ancient animals will meet you on the very beginning of the exposition. Kids are so excited to see and touch the pieces!
Don't miss the minerals showroom! The magic of stones and crystals world is charming. I was lucky to see also a backstage tour to the minerals collection of the Museum and would go there again, if there is a chance.
Temporary exhibitions are always very interesting too. Excellent photography, egyptian mummies and mammoth were displayed here in recent times.
There are so many other displays that I would better stop describing them and advise you to devote some time to this place and come here yourself :)
There are two cafes in the Museum. Refresh yourself there with some snacks or walk across the street to Hyde park to have lunch under the trees.
Also I'd like to mention a very nice shop with souvenirs where you can find a nice present for your inner child.
PS The last time I was in the Museum, I was sketching dinosaurs and australian animals. It was really hard to stop drawing! :) The place is perfect for objects sketching. Collapse
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Mini Explorers
* Observing and (gently!) touching real specimens
* Discovering more... Read moreMini Explorers
* Observing and (gently!) touching real specimens
* Discovering more about Australian animals
* Interacting with early childhood educators
* Lots of opportunities for parents and carers to join in
* Fun extras like a song, dressing up, putting on a puppet show and more!
* This new program is both fun,educational and designed specifically for preschool aged children. It is held in an exclusive space and numbers are limited.
Spiders!
* What shape is a spider’s body?
* Where do spiders live?
* How do spiders catch their food?
* How do spiders have babies?
Ages: 30 months to 5 years
Times:10.30am
Dates: Every Thursday (NSW school term only)
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The world’s most prestigious wildlife photography exhibition is coming soon.
See 108... Read moreThe world’s most prestigious wildlife photography exhibition is coming soon.
See 108 of the world’s best wildlife images in Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2011.
The international competition attracted almost 41,000 entries from 95 countries this year.
Revealing nature photography in its purest form, the competition combines the work of talented young photographers and gifted amateurs with leading lights of the profession from around the globe.
The resulting photographic collection celebrates the beauty and magnificence of the world in which we live, as well as acting as a stark reminder of the fragility of nature.
The competition is owned by the Natural History Museum, London and BBC Wildlife Magazine. Collapse
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The world’s most prestigious wildlife photography exhibition is coming soon.
See 108... Read moreThe world’s most prestigious wildlife photography exhibition is coming soon.
See 108 of the world’s best wildlife images in Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2011.
The international competition attracted almost 41,000 entries from 95 countries this year.
Revealing nature photography in its purest form, the competition combines the work of talented young photographers and gifted amateurs with leading lights of the profession from around the globe.
The resulting photographic collection celebrates the beauty and magnificence of the world in which we live, as well as acting as a stark reminder of the fragility of nature.
The competition is owned by the Natural History Museum, London and BBC Wildlife Magazine. Collapse
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The world’s most prestigious wildlife photography exhibition is coming soon.
See 108... Read moreThe world’s most prestigious wildlife photography exhibition is coming soon.
See 108 of the world’s best wildlife images in Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2011.
The international competition attracted almost 41,000 entries from 95 countries this year.
Revealing nature photography in its purest form, the competition combines the work of talented young photographers and gifted amateurs with leading lights of the profession from around the globe.
The resulting photographic collection celebrates the beauty and magnificence of the world in which we live, as well as acting as a stark reminder of the fragility of nature.
The competition is owned by the Natural History Museum, London and BBC Wildlife Magazine. Collapse
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The world’s most prestigious wildlife photography exhibition is coming soon.
See 108... Read moreThe world’s most prestigious wildlife photography exhibition is coming soon.
See 108 of the world’s best wildlife images in Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2011.
The international competition attracted almost 41,000 entries from 95 countries this year.
Revealing nature photography in its purest form, the competition combines the work of talented young photographers and gifted amateurs with leading lights of the profession from around the globe.
The resulting photographic collection celebrates the beauty and magnificence of the world in which we live, as well as acting as a stark reminder of the fragility of nature.
The competition is owned by the Natural History Museum, London and BBC Wildlife Magazine. Collapse
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The world’s most prestigious wildlife photography exhibition is coming soon.
See 108... Read moreThe world’s most prestigious wildlife photography exhibition is coming soon.
See 108 of the world’s best wildlife images in Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2011.
The international competition attracted almost 41,000 entries from 95 countries this year.
Revealing nature photography in its purest form, the competition combines the work of talented young photographers and gifted amateurs with leading lights of the profession from around the globe.
The resulting photographic collection celebrates the beauty and magnificence of the world in which we live, as well as acting as a stark reminder of the fragility of nature.
The competition is owned by the Natural History Museum, London and BBC Wildlife Magazine. Collapse
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Jurassic Lounge is coming back again - Summer 2012!
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Jurassic Lounge is coming... Read moreJurassic Lounge is coming back again - Summer 2012!
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Jurassic Lounge is coming back!
Every Tuesday night this Winter, the Australian Museum opens its doors for after-hour sessions featuring art, live music, drinks + new ideas.
Check the website for lineups!
NOTE: OVER 18 EVENT.
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Every Tuesday night this summer, the Australian Museum opens its doors for after-hour sessions featuring art, live music, drinks + new ideas.
Discover Sydney’s hottest new artists, performers + DJs. Drink in hand, have a wander + check out amazing live acts + exhibitions against a spectacular backdrop of dinosaur skeletons, precious gemstones + native animals. It’s the Australian Museum as you’ve never seen it! Collapse
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The world’s most prestigious wildlife photography exhibition is coming soon.
See 108... Read moreThe world’s most prestigious wildlife photography exhibition is coming soon.
See 108 of the world’s best wildlife images in Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2011.
The international competition attracted almost 41,000 entries from 95 countries this year.
Revealing nature photography in its purest form, the competition combines the work of talented young photographers and gifted amateurs with leading lights of the profession from around the globe.
The resulting photographic collection celebrates the beauty and magnificence of the world in which we live, as well as acting as a stark reminder of the fragility of nature.
The competition is owned by the Natural History Museum, London and BBC Wildlife Magazine. Collapse
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The world’s most prestigious wildlife photography exhibition is coming soon.
See 108... Read moreThe world’s most prestigious wildlife photography exhibition is coming soon.
See 108 of the world’s best wildlife images in Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2011.
The international competition attracted almost 41,000 entries from 95 countries this year.
Revealing nature photography in its purest form, the competition combines the work of talented young photographers and gifted amateurs with leading lights of the profession from around the globe.
The resulting photographic collection celebrates the beauty and magnificence of the world in which we live, as well as acting as a stark reminder of the fragility of nature.
The competition is owned by the Natural History Museum, London and BBC Wildlife Magazine. Collapse
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10.30am,
Australian Museum
Mini Explorers
* Observing and (gently!) touching real specimens
* Discovering more... Read moreMini Explorers
* Observing and (gently!) touching real specimens
* Discovering more about Australian animals
* Interacting with early childhood educators
* Lots of opportunities for parents and carers to join in
* Fun extras like a song, dressing up, putting on a puppet show and more!
* This new program is both fun,educational and designed specifically for preschool aged children. It is held in an exclusive space and numbers are limited.
Spiders!
* What shape is a spider’s body?
* Where do spiders live?
* How do spiders catch their food?
* How do spiders have babies?
Ages: 30 months to 5 years
Times:10.30am
Dates: Every Thursday (NSW school term only)
Note: unsold tickets will be available at the admissions desk on the day however there is no guarantee of availability. Collapse
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