About the Museum

Our vision is to be a leading voice for the richness of life, the Earth and culture in Australia and the Pacific. Discover our history, governance and future plans for the Australian Museum.

Our Organisation

More than a leading Sydney attraction, the Australian Museum is a hub of information, resources and research. Learn more about Australia’s first museum.

Mission statement
Leadership team
Polices and reports

Visit & Book

Experience science, culture and nature in the heart of Sydney at the Australian Museum. Visit today with free General Admission!

Highlights
Getting here
Functions and venues

Plan your visit

Get involved

Make a donation. Become a member or volunteer. Or put your passion into practice on a citizen science project. Find out how you can get involved with the Australian Museum.

Join & Give
Citizen Science
Volunteer & Work

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History

Find out about the history of the Museum’s zoological and anthropological collections, its historic and contemporary buildings and the people who have worked here over nearly two centuries.

Museum by the decade
Past exhibitions
Museum people

Future plans

The AM has an ambitious vision for the future with new galleries, blockbuster exhibitions and transformations scheduled over the coming years.

Policies and Reports

Review the Australian Museum's policies, plans and publications.

Strategic plans
Annual reports
Protected loans

Media Centre

Discover the latest news about the Australian Museum and Australian Museum Research Institute. The Media Centre also provides information, images and expert comment on scientific and cultural research, exhibitions and wider Museum activities.

Media releases
Photography & filming
Media contact

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Work at the Museum

Discover the exciting roles in research, exhibitions, education and communicating the relationship between people, culture and the natural environment.

Research
Exhibitions
Communication
Scholarships

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Australian Museum Research Institute (AMRI)

AMRI brings together scientific expertise and world-class research infrastructure to increase our knowledge of the world around us and inform environmental decision-making for a better future.

Biodiversity & geodiversity
Collections-based research

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Become a Member

With unique benefits, including free and discounted tickets to Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs, an Australian Museum Membership unlocks even more wonder.

Membership packages
Australian Museum discounts

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Donate to the Museum

Help finance the exceptional work of our inspiring scientists, explorers and educators as they help to protect Australia’s and the Pacific’s vital natural and cultural heritage for generations to come.

Giving programs
Major donations
Bequests

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Contact us

Contact information for customer feedback, members team, school and group visits, website feedback, booking venues and functions, touring exhibitions and media contacts.

General enquiries: +61 2 9320 6000
Media: +61 2 9320 6181

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