We need your support
The campaign to create these exciting new exhibitions and spaces is an ambitious one. To fulfill our vision we need your support! Your donation, no matter what size, will directly benefit current and future generations to explore, value and understand nature and cultures. To discuss ways you can provide for the future conservation, interpretation and exploration of nature and cultures at the Australian Museum please call the Museum Foundation on (+612) 9320 6208 or email.
For more information on the Revitalisation Program please call (+612) 9320 6000 during business hours or email.
End of January 2006
More than Dinosaurs and Tracks Through Time exhibitions closed for gallery refurbishment. A human evolution program is available for schools through our Education Services Unit - (+612) 9320 6163.
February 2006
Upgrade of Museum’s heritage exhibition spaces.
Late 2006
Collections and Research Building construction begins
End of January 2007
Biodiversity and Kids' Island* close for gallery refurbishment.
* A dedicated under 5s activity space Kidspace is open throughout the refurbishment and beyond.
Mid 2007
Installation begins on Dinosaurs and Surviving Australia exhibitions.
Mid 2008
Dinosaurs exhibition opened 15 March 2008
Surviving Australia exhibition opens 28 June 2008
Late 2008
New Collections and Research Building opens for staff
early/mid 2011
Discover space opens