Eastern Kulin Seasonal Calendar
Melbourne is known for having four seasons in one day. But did you know there are seven seasons in the Kulin seasonal calendar.
Science and Technology
First peoples of Australia have been engaging in scientific methods such as observation and experimentation since time immemorial - long before western science arrived to what is now called, Australia. This knowledge allowed their people to care for Country and ensure our communities were sustainable for the future.
Kooyang diorama in First Peoples
Exhibiting one of the world’s oldest aquaculture systems.
The Plants of Milarri Garden
Milarri Garden, located within Bunjilaka Aboriginal Cultural Centre, is planted with native flora significant to the Aboriginal people of south-eastern Australia.
First Peoples in Australia Astronomy
Let’s explore a few of the constellations of the Boorong people of North West Victoria!
Stories in the stars
Through careful observations, students identify patterns and discover meanings of the stars.
Shield | Kanggonayn
Gunditjmara, Condah, Western District, Victoria, Australia
Unboxing the museum
Bread samples
Did you know First Peoples were the first bakers in Australia. Kimberley Moulton shows some samples of bread that were collected in the 1800 and 1900s, including samples collected by the expedition that was sent to retrieve Burke and Wills after their fateful expedition.
Continue celebrating NAIDOC week
Arts and Cultures
Living arts and cultures have been at the core of First Peoples practices since time immemorial.
Education and Learning
First Peoples education and learning experiences help provide an understanding to laws, cultures and beliefs.
Activism
Learn about activism and survival of First Peoples of Australia through stories and some of our collection items of protest.
Celebrating First Scientists at Museums Victoria Store
To celebrate NAIDOC (National Aboriginal and Islander Day Observance Committee) week Museums Victoria Store has curated a shopping experience that share and celebrate the living cultures, histories, and knowledge of First Peoples. Many items from this experience support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander businesses, individuals and are Australian-made products. Our curated collection promotes the vibrancy and diversity of Australia’s First Peoples - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.