Our Natural World

Through a variety of images, stories and documents discover the rich and unique environment which fascinated the European settlers and continues to challenge our senses and passions and influence political and scientific thought.

Platypus, 1810, by Lewin

[Platypus], 1810, by J.W. Lewin
Watercolour, ML 1364

 

Antarctica

Experience heroic feats and discover the triumph and tragedy of the Antarctic story as you explore the collection.

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