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Research and museology
Research and scholarship are central to the National Museum of Australia's collection, exhibitions, publications and other activities. This research includes Australian history, care of its collection and museological areas including audience, evaluation and outreach.
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Podcasts of conferences, seminars and programs covering a diverse range of historical and museological topics.
Exhibition and feature websites
Many of our exhibitions have extensive feature websites, some with enhanced online-only content. We also have feature websites developed as collaborations with other museums, community groups or students.
John Konrads' medals and memorabilia from the 1960 Rome and 1956 Melbourne Olympics.
Lachlan Macquarie's ceremonial sword, and a celebration of his Scottish heritage.
An Australian flag retrieved from the ruins of the World Trade Center.
A gift from Aboriginal artist Dick Roughsey, best man at the first white wedding on Mornington Island.
A full-size replica of the biplane glider used in Australia's first successful heavier-than-air flight.
Illustrates the intense media and public speculation about a baby's disappearance at Ayers Rock.
Bushranger Ned Kelly defends his actions in this political manifesto.
Personal objects relating to the only Australian who died in the 9/11 terrorist attack at the Pentagon.
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