HomeLearn & ConnectAustralian Museum CollectionsMuseum Archives and Research LibraryHistoric expeditions Historic expeditions Japanese Antarctica expedition and the Shirase sword A Samurai Sword in the Museum's collection symbolises a spirit of scientific co-operation and friendship between nations. Find out how Australia, Japan and Antarctic exploration are linked through the history of this sword. Shirase sword appraisal videoHistoric expedition Read more Heading south: Mawson and the Australasian Antarctic Expedition In December 1911, the Australasian Antarctic Expedition set sail from Hobart and into the history books. Geologist Douglas MawsonSun compassSledgemeter Find out more Lord Howe Island expedition Explore an island that has been frozen in time through the Lord Howe Island expeditions. Find out more about the research Australian Museum scientists are conducting on this mysterious island. Lord Howe IslandBalls PyramidResearch expedition Read more You may also be interested in...
