- Closure
The upper welcome entrance to First Australians is temporarily closed while we create a new space for more Australian stories.
The rest of the gallery is open across both levels.
The National Museum recognises that First Nations peoples may be referred to in a variety of ways, including as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, First Australians or Indigenous Australians.
First Australians is displayed over two floors and includes our powerful Talking Blak to History exhibition.
Explore the shared stories and experiences of First Nations peoples from across the continent in First Australians.
Life in the Torres Strait
Discover the history and vitality of Australia’s most northerly region.
More on the Torres StraitExhibition highlights
First Australians explores the connectedness of communities whose diverse cultures are determined by diverse environments. Learn about enduring attachments to Country, continuing artistic practices and the impact of colonisation since 1788.
Take a tour
Learn about First Nations peoples, their history, culture and connection to Country on this daily guided tour. Bookings essential, costs apply.
Check our calendar for curator-led, Auslan-intepreted or audio-described First Australians gallery tours.
Explore more online
First Nations culture and history
Defining Moments in Australian History 24 May 2017
Defining Moments 1967 referendum panel discussion
Defining Moments in Australian history
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Main banner image: Leaving Your Mark on Country (detail), 2016, Libby Harward, painting and multimedia installation. National Museum of Australia