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We can help you identify an animal or object, make a donation or access the collection. We can also assist you with general research questions or provide access to museum expertise.
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Identify an animal or object
We can help you identify rocks and minerals, animals and fossils, manufactured or hand-crafted objects.
Search the collections catalogue
Search for objects, images, specimens and articles in Museums Victoria Collections.
Request access to collections items
Museums Victoria coordinates all requests for access to its collections, including Library and Archives.
Donate an object to our collections
We're always interested in new objects and different stories, and encourage members of the public to contact us if they have something of interest.
Find a passenger list
We can help you locate primary records and family history documents across a range of archives and genealogical institutions.
Image requests
Request the use of images owned by Museums Victoria that appear in our exhibitions, publications and websites.
Submit a program or exhibition idea
We welcome proposals from community groups, organisations, artists, performers and individuals to be considered for inclusion in our forward exhibition and public program.
Search the library catalogue
Search the Museums Victoria Library for physical collection items as well as subscribed electronic resources and open access electronic books and journals.
Find out how to get coins and other historical items valued
Want to know how much your coin collection or family heirloom is worth? This guide can get you started.
Coins and medals
Where to go to find out more about your coins and medals.
Researching family history
Links to databases, archives, records and resources to assist with your family history research project.
WWI & Australian military history
A guide to finding information about soldiers’ war-time experiences and Australia’s military history.
Looking for something else? Make a general research enquiry or email us directly with your question at [email protected].