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The National Museum of Australia brings to life the rich and diverse stories of Australia through compelling objects, ideas and events
Enhance your Egypt experience
Take a free self-guided audio or Auslan tour.
Buy your copy of our Discovering Ancient Egypt catalogue.
Open daily, bookings essential. Free for those with Friends memberships.
Take a guided tour, try our virtual reality experiences or join a free host talk.
The Norman Hetherington collection, which includes beloved children’s television puppet Mr Squiggle has landed in Canberra after being acquired by the National Museum.
The La Perouse Aboriginal community has been reunited with four spears taken by Lieutenant James Cook in 1770. We are honoured to assist the community with the long-term care of the spears.
Discover more about the new ABC TV series and Museum exhibition coming soon.
We're excited to welcome six new Encounters Fellows as they begin their professional development opportunity with the Museum.
Katherine Ms McMahon's appointment has been welcomed by Council Chair Ben Maguire AM.
Access to the Museum via road and paved pedestrian path remains unchanged while the NCA undertakes remediation as a precautionary public safety measure.
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