http://museumvictoria.com.au/ Current Exhibitions at Melbourne Museum en http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/1-2-3-grow/ http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/1-2-3-grow/ 1, 2, 3, Grow tells the story of growth through the themes of size, colour and shape. Using a wonderful selection of specimens from the Museum's natural history collections visitors are invited to compare their own growth story with the world around them. This exhibition is designed for 3 to 8 year olds and their parents/carers, and will delight and inspire all ages. It forms the centrepiece fo... http://museumvictoria.com.au//images/spacerg.if http://museumvictoria.com.au/ Museum Victoria 2008-05-01T15:19:46+10:00 http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/2009-design-challenge-fire/ http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/2009-design-challenge-fire/ The 2009 Design Challenge: Fire has brought together a diverse range of researchers and experts to generate innovative transdisciplinary design projects in response to bushfires. This exhibition of the finalist teams' ideas is an insight into the role of design in fire prevention and planning, emergency response and the mitigation of fire impact and post-fire regeneration in our communities. http://museumvictoria.com.au//images/spacerg.if http://museumvictoria.com.au/ Museum Victoria 2009-09-21T16:43:29+10:00 http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/bugs-alive/ http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/bugs-alive/ Bugs Alive! includes over 100 species of live insects and spiders, thousands of specimens from the museum's collection, giant models and exciting interactive exhibits. http://museumvictoria.com.au//images/spacerg.if http://museumvictoria.com.au/ Museum Victoria 2008-05-01T15:19:44+10:00 http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/colonial-square/ http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/colonial-square/ Appropriately, the stonework remains of the Colonial Mutual Building lie close to the Royal Exhibition Building: both were built by David Mitchell. Built in 1896 the building stood on the corner of Collins and Elizabeth Streets. Made from Harcourt and Cape Woolamai granite, the stones are a reminder of a glorious edifice. http://museumvictoria.com.au//images/spacerg.if http://museumvictoria.com.au/ Museum Victoria 2008-05-01T15:19:45+10:00 http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/darwin-to-dna/ http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/darwin-to-dna/ Darwin to DNA covers three different themes: the historical background on the discovery of evolution; the underlying genetic mechanisms required for evolution to occur; and how our understanding of the evolution of ourselves and other organisms has changed through the study of DNA. Historical showcase displays highlight the roles of Charles Darwin and Alfred Russel Wallace in developing the... http://museumvictoria.com.au//images/spacerg.if http://museumvictoria.com.au/ Museum Victoria 2008-05-01T15:19:46+10:00 http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/design-discovery-awards/ http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/design-discovery-awards/ The Bombay Sapphire Design Discovery Award Exhibition 2008 presents contemporary functional designs in lighting, furniture, accessories and homewares by Australian designers. Victorian finalists featured in the exhibition include Bridget Bodenham, Stuart McFarlane and John Hoogendoorn. Don't miss your chance to see some of the most exciting designs being produced in Australia right now. The... http://museumvictoria.com.au//images/spacerg.if http://museumvictoria.com.au/ Museum Victoria 2008-05-21T15:17:58+10:00 http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/design-now/ http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/design-now/ Do you ever wonder what the next big thing in design will be? What are the best emerging ideas and trends? See the designs of Australia's young design graduates who have competed with fellow students to exhibit their work in Design Now . Design Now is an Object Gallery touring exhibition. http://museumvictoria.com.au//images/spacerg.if http://museumvictoria.com.au/ Museum Victoria 2008-05-01T15:20:02+10:00 http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/dinosaur-walk/ http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/dinosaur-walk/ Walk amongst skeletons of amazing animals from the past – from dinosaurs, flying reptiles and megafauna. Duck beneath the belly of a massive Mamenchisaurus and stand beside some other amazing dinosaurs including Amargasaurus , Protoceratops and Tarbosaurus . Walk up high to where the flying reptiles soar including Quetzalcoatlus (the world’s largest flying reptile). Get up close to Ice Age... http://museumvictoria.com.au//images/spacerg.if http://museumvictoria.com.au/ Museum Victoria 2008-10-10T15:45:43+11:00 http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/forest-secrets/ http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/forest-secrets/ Note: The Forest Gallery will have limited access for periods up until 27 November due to construction of a new installation. During these times, access will only be from the ground level. The completed installation will open on Sunday 29 November. Step through the glass doors into a living verdant fern gully complete with waterfall and cool temperate rainforest plants. Follow the pathway that... http://museumvictoria.com.au//images/spacerg.if http://museumvictoria.com.au/ Museum Victoria 2008-05-01T15:19:46+10:00 http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/marine-life/ http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/marine-life/ Journey to the bottom of the sea to discover Victoria’s amazing marine life. Explore stunning sponge gardens and vibrant seagrass beds, be amazed by a giant 10-metre long squid, meet a swarm of spider crabs and come face-to-face with the fangtooth fish. Dramatic underwater footage, digital animation and rare specimens bring Victoria’s marine animals to life. Visit Museum Victoria's new Marine... http://museumvictoria.com.au//images/spacerg.if http://museumvictoria.com.au/ Museum Victoria 2008-05-01T15:19:45+10:00 http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/paragon-shoes/ http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/paragon-shoes/ This display features a selection of 34 Paragon shoes representing almost 100 years of Melbourne's fashion history. Paragon focused on women’s shoes, drawing their inspiration from the latest Paris, London and New York styles. The display includes items such as a peep-toe crocodile skin shoe, ultra high heel and a court shoe that resembles a masked face, exploring the history of shoe fashion... http://museumvictoria.com.au//images/spacerg.if http://museumvictoria.com.au/ Museum Victoria 2009-10-02T15:11:56+10:00 http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/phar-lap/ http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/phar-lap/ From his amazing run of racetrack wins during the 1930s Depression to his sudden death in the USA, the Phar Lap story gripped the Australian imagination. http://museumvictoria.com.au//images/spacerg.if http://museumvictoria.com.au/ Museum Victoria 2008-05-01T15:19:44+10:00 http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/te-vainui/ http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/te-vainui/ Developed in partnership with Pacific Islanders living in Melbourne, its many features include a Solomon Islands war canoe and three large sails painted in traditional and contemporary designs by Pacific Island artists. Museum Victoria's Pacific Island Advisory Group supplied the name of the exhibition as well as many hours of their time advising on the many aspects of its content. The soaring... http://museumvictoria.com.au//images/spacerg.if http://museumvictoria.com.au/ Museum Victoria 2008-05-01T15:19:46+10:00 http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/human-body/ http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/human-body/ The Human Body  exhibition explores human biology in a straightforward and engaging way. It explains the fundamental processes of cells and genes, and the processes of the major body systems: circulatory, respiratory, excretory, digestive, reproductive, musculoskeletal, nervous and hormonal. Take a closer look at the importance of these selected body systems, how they work, and what happens if... http://museumvictoria.com.au//images/spacerg.if http://museumvictoria.com.au/ Museum Victoria 2008-05-01T15:19:47+10:00 http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/the-mind/ http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/the-mind/ Step into the shoes of those that see the world from different mind perspectives. Discover the ways in which drugs and disorders affect our minds and question your attitudes to normality. http://museumvictoria.com.au//images/spacerg.if http://museumvictoria.com.au/ Museum Victoria 2008-05-01T15:19:44+10:00 http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/water-smart-home/ http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/water-smart-home/ By saving water you are rewarded by the activation of an engaging and amusing water sculpture. The display also features water saving information, leading innovations in water saving technologies, plus a selection of inspiring examples of water saving homes from across Melbourne. http://museumvictoria.com.au//images/spacerg.if http://museumvictoria.com.au/ Museum Victoria 2008-05-01T15:19:46+10:00 http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/wild/ http://museumvictoria.com.au/melbournemuseum/whatson/current-exhibitions/wild/ Explore this wonderful diversity and discover which animals are thriving and which are merely surviving. Experience Victorian environments such as alps, grassland, wetlands. See them larger than life, faster than life and see the hidden connections which link living things. Discover why biodiversity is under threat and get clues about how we can create a more hopeful future. NEW Education... http://museumvictoria.com.au//images/spacerg.if http://museumvictoria.com.au/ Museum Victoria 2009-05-27T16:59:05+10:00