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Explore what minerals are, and how they are made, how they are identified and what they are used for.

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Australia's extinct animals

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Serapeum sphinx
Egyptian Treasures: art of the pharaohs

13 Sep 09 – 06 Dec 09

Discover the significance of art in ancient Egypt through the eyes of Ramose, a young apprentice learning ancient secrets from a master craftsman. Explore over 250 stunning artefacts from exquisitely decorated coffins, hieroglyphs, mummies, jewellery, bowls and much more. Some objects are on display as a world first!

Level G, Special Exhibition Space

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