Artists reflect on the creation of this remarkable artwork - miniature paintings representing extraordinary stories, now on display at the Immigration Museum.

Dr Moya McFadzean shares the story and collection of Esma Banner, an Australian woman thrust into the chaotic aftermath of World War II in Europe. 

The Museum holds a humble scrapbook full of letters, posters, invitations and train tickets which reveal the life and work of one of Australia's most famous philanthropists and migrant workers.

If you have been to an Australian bush dance then you are likely to have heard a lagerphone but Jazmina Cininas' creations are something very special . Hear the Lithuanian-Australian artist reflect on her culture and her creative practice, now part of Museums Victoria's collection.

Mirka Mora was all about being herself, her fashion style, her artistic practice, her friendships and creative circles, and her food culture. Here more about the Museum's Mirka collection from curator Dr Moya McFadzean.

Join Dr Catherine Gay as she reveals some of the Museum's 19th century sewing samplers and explains why these items from everyday life as so precious today.

Come with Dr Moya McFadzean as she goes behind the scenes to reveal a picture drawn by teenager Zahra depicting her journey from war-torn Afghanistan to Indonesia and her dream of coming to Australia.