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Our Global Neighbours: In Praise of Pottery
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/our-global-neighbours-in-praise-of-pottery/

Are pieces of broken clay pots good for anything?

Published 01 July 2016

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Volcanic disasters and the beginning of Lapita style pottery in Papua New Guinea
https://australian.museum/learn/news/blog/amri-volcanic-disasters-lapita-pottery/

A major volcanic eruption about 3000 years ago contributed to the earliest pottery production in Papua New Guinea.

Published 26 May 2014

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Chimu Pottery from Cayalti, Peru
https://australian.museum/learn/cultures/international-collection/chimu-pottery-from-cayalti-peru/

In 1910 the Australian Museum purchased 54 Peruvian pots from Mr Thomas Colston.

Published 30 May 2014

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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.

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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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Wild Planet

Welcome to life on Earth. Every one of Earth’s millions of species is unique, but they are all connected through evolution. Come and see life in all its glorious diversity – over 400 animals under one roof!

Permanent exhibition
Open daily

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Minerals

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

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