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The National Museum brings to life the rich and diverse stories of Australia. On Ngunnawal, Ngunawal and Ngambri Country #OurNMA
Canberra
Joined June 2009
Our next blockbuster exhibition will bring ancient Pompeii back to life! 🏛️ ‘POMPEII’ will combine multisensory installations with over 90 objects to immerse visitors in the city’s last moments. More: @GrandPalaisRmn @pompeii_sites @GEDEONGROUP
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Have you been struck by Cupid’s arrow? 💘 Cupid is associated with lust and love and is depicted here as a handsome young man. Fall in love with ancient Pompeii all over again in our blockbuster exhibition: 📸: Statuette of Cupid, @pompeii_sites
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#OnThisDay 17 years ago, Kevin Rudd formally apologised to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Read more: 📸: Joshua Dumas and Auntie Ada Jarrett at Darling Harbour. Reconciliation Bridge March, 28 May 2000. SMH Picture by Nick Moir
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This Mystery Object was once used by architect, explorer and conservationist Milo Dunphy. What are they and how would Milo have used them? Pop your guesses in the comments and we’ll reveal the answer on Monday.
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Christine Yantumba is one of the few artists in Pormpuraaw Art Centre that uses small dots to create decorative patterns. Her work celebrates her culture, community and Country. Learn more about connection to Country in ‘Belonging':
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Two Moriori Karāpuna (ancestors) have begun their journey home to Rēkohu (Chatham Islands), with a handover ceremony at the Museum. We were honoured to be involved in such an important cultural event with Te Papa and the Hokotehi Moriori Trust. More:
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On International Day of Women and Girls in Science we’re celebrating one of Australia’s most distinguished marine biologists! 🐠 Dr Isobel Bennett used this typewriter as she forged her impressive career studying intertidal zones, plankton and the Great Barrier Reef. #IDWGS
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The first surf lifesaving club was founded at Bondi in February 1907. Since then, it’s estimated lifesavers have rescued over 700,000 people. Read more about this Defining Moment here: 📸: Surf lifesavers, Mollymook, New South Wales, 2006.
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Some of you struck gold with your answers! This is a 19th century gold dust separator pan from Buninyong, VIC. 💰 It's from our Victorian Goldfields collection, including one of the earliest dated pieces of Ballarat gold jewellery. Do you want to see more from this collection?
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This gorgeous oilette was painted by Henry B. Wimbush. 🎣 It was sent to someone referred to as M.M. and signed by Daisy who writes about the health of various friends & family. But can you guess the international location? 🌎 Answer coming Thursday!
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People sure used to have wild ideas of what the Southern Hemisphere looked like 🧐 These maps show the world as it was known by Europe in 1595 and 1612. Much of the Southern Hemisphere was a mystery, but there was a popular belief in the existence of a 'Great Southern Land'.
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If one is lost for words; or feel as though one’s brain has turned to curds Thou shall not worry and become too unhappy; stroll through our Pompeii exhibition and look to Calliope Sessions are filling up fast; get your ticket before the time has passed:
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Send this to someone you love! 💕 “Wawu Kankarray (sea horse) are the spirit of the heart. They reflect & symbolise the meaning of love & belonging.” - Josh Williams Explore stories of connection in ‘Belonging':
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This 16mm Magazine Cine-Kodak Camera belonged to Sir Robert Menzies, the longest-serving Prime Minister of Australia. Menzies held office 1939–1941 and again in 1949–1966. In that time, he travelled the world and recorded many experiences on this Cine-Kodak.
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The ancient cultures have had a lasting influence on artists, architects, thinkers and creators over centuries. 🏛️ See our new exhibition ‘Variations on the Classical’ in our Gandel Atrium. Learn more: 📸: Mounted engraved emu egg cups, jugs and vases.
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#OnThisDay 8 years ago, Collingwood and Carlton played the first premiership game of the Australian Football League Women’s competition in Melbourne. Read more: 📸: Historic first game of the AFLW at Ikon Park, 3 Feb 2017. Photo: Jonathan Di Maggio
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Who’s coming for a stroll through these gorgeous green gardens? 🌳 Where would you find the location shown in this Aussie postcard? Let us know your guess in the comment section!
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Have you been watching the Australia vs England women’s cricket test match? 🏏 You’re not the first. These teams have been playing each other for 90 years! These photos capture the Australian Women’s Cricket Team setting sail from Melbourne to England in 1937. @AusWomenCricket
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#OnThisDay in 1984, the Hawke government introduced Medicare, establishing basic healthcare for all Australians. Read more: 📸: Prime Minister Bob Hawke opens a Medicare facility, 16 July 1987. NAA: A6180, 16/7/87/5
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