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Australian Museum Hosts Panel Discussion on Birds of Australia Exhibition

exhibition · 2026-03-15

The Australian Museum organized a panel discussion about the exhibition 'The Birds of Australia,' featuring biologist Tim Low AM, Dr. Vanessa Finney, and Dr. Sarah Barns, moderated by Louise Teteris. The event explored the multimedia presentation that examines avian species across the country and highlights the contributions of John and Elizabeth Gould to scientific documentation. The exhibition incorporates First Nations perspectives and addresses conservation themes. The panelists discussed their respective roles in developing the project, which includes an interactive storytelling component that previously toured New South Wales.

Key facts

  • Panel discussion focused on 'The Birds of Australia' exhibition at Australian Museum
  • Featured speakers: Tim Low AM, Dr. Vanessa Finney, Dr. Sarah Barns, moderated by Louise Teteris
  • Exhibition explores Australian bird species and conservation, includes First Nations perspectives

Entities

Institutions

  • Australian Museum
  • Studio ESEM
  • Cornell Lab of Ornithology
  • Invasive Species Council
  • Powerhouse Museum
  • Royal Society
  • Max Planck Institute for the History of Science

Locations

  • Australia
  • New South Wales
  • Sydney

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