Defining Moments: Gold rush
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Defining Moments: Gold rush
The discovery of gold in the 1850s started a series of rushes that transformed Australia. See this Defining moment in Australia's history brought to life, as told by historian David Hunt. More: https://www.nma.gov.au/defining-moments
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𝗡𝗠𝗣–𝗗𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗼 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝗢𝗻𝗲: 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻’𝘀 𝗥𝗶𝗰𝗵 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 On this day, the National Museum of the Philippines – Davao opened its doors to the public as a repository of the rich natural and cultural heritage of the Davao Region, becoming the 17th component museum of the National Museum of the Philippines and the 4th Regional Component Museum under the Mindanao National Museums. NMP–Davao’s iconic durian-inspired b
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Looking for #MelbourneCup outfit inspo? 💃 This gorgeous 19th century crepe and embroidered lace dress belonged to Florence ‘Bobbie’ Faithfull, who likely wore it to the Tirranna races. For a young woman from a prominent colonial family, it was the perfect choice for an event held under the hot January sun. ☀️ With its fine horses, fashionable dress and hospitality in grand homesteads, the Tirranna races near Goulburn were a highlight of the social calendar for pastoralists. 🐎 | National Museum
Looking for #MelbourneCup outfit inspo? 💃 This gorgeous 19th century crepe and embroidered lace dress belonged to Florence ‘Bobbie’ Faithfull, who likely wore it to the Tirranna races. For a young woman from a prominent colonial family, it was the perfect choice for an event held under the hot January sun. ☀️ With its fine horses, fashionable dress and hospitality in grand homesteads, the Tirranna races near Goulburn were a highlight of the social calendar for pastoralists. 🐎 | National Museum
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Upside down, upside down! 🙃 Have you heard the news!? Mr Squiggle and his friends will be on show at the National Museum in Canberra from Friday 4 July! 🥳 We’re reuniting the stars of the iconic Mr Squiggle and Friends series in this free exhibition, as well as paying tribute to the show’s creator Norman Hetherington. The exhibition features almost 300 objects from Norman’s expansive career, including puppets, artworks, costumes, props and stage backdrops. Hurry up and head to our website for
Upside down, upside down! 🙃 Have you heard the news!? Mr Squiggle and his friends will be on show at the National Museum in Canberra from Friday 4 July! 🥳 We’re reuniting the stars of the iconic Mr Squiggle and Friends series in this free exhibition, as well as paying tribute to the show’s creator Norman Hetherington. The exhibition features almost 300 objects from Norman’s expansive career, including puppets, artworks, costumes, props and stage backdrops. Hurry up and head to our website for
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