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Tribute to Ron Strahan AM
https://australian.museum/about/history/people/tribute-to-ron-strahan-am/

The Museum's first Research Fellow, Dr Ronald Strahan, passed away in 2010, leaving a valuable legacy of work and influence, according to this tribute by former Museum Directors Des Griffin and Frank Talbot.

Published 31 January 2011

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History of the Minerals Department
https://australian.museum/about/history/people/history-of-the-minerals-department/

The mineral collection is one of the oldest and largest collections in the country, housing many examples of early Australian mining.

Published 07 November 2013

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Oliver Chalmers – Curator of Minerals
https://australian.museum/about/history/people/oliver-chalmers-curator-of-minerals/

The promising lad who became a highly regarded geologist.

Published 21 May 2015

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Museum staff 1829–1977
https://australian.museum/about/history/people/museum-staff-18291977/

From 'Rare and Curious Specimens', Appendices.

Published 18 January 2013

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Committee men and elected trustees 1852-1977
https://australian.museum/about/history/people/committee-men-and-elected-trustees-1852-1977/

From 'Rare and Curious Specimens', Appendices.

Published 18 January 2013

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Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru

Come face-to-face with one of the most remarkable gold collections to ever tour the globe in the immersive exhibition, Machu Picchu and the Golden Empires of Peru and add-on VR experience.

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Future Now

Step into Future Now, an Australian Museum exhibition about sustainability and be inspired by practical and innovative ways to build a more sustainable future.

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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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Minerals

Be dazzled by over 1800 spectacular rocks and minerals in our new Minerals Gallery.

Permanent exhibition
Open daily

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