Deep Time History of Indigenous Australians (Stage 3, Stage 4, Stage 5)
The history of Australia’s First Nations peoples spans more than 60,000 years. This “deep time” is defined by the development of cultural practices, innovative technologies and belief systems.
ACTIVITY OUTLINE:
The objects in this collection at the Australian National Maritime Museum represent the continuity of the traditional, cultural and experiential knowledge that First Nations peoples have amassed over thousands of years of living spiritually and sustainably with the land.
Table of contents:
1.Story of the Yawkyawk
2.Cultural significance of possum skin cloaks
3.Ingenuity of Indigenous fish traps
4.Importance of dugongs for Torres Strait Islander peoples
5.History of Indigenous watercrafts
6.Diversity of Indigenous watercrafts
Produced by ABC Education in collaboration with Australian National Maritime Museum.
IS THIS A FREE EVENT? Yes
BROUGHT TO YOU BY: Australian National Maritime Museum
Event Details
Event Type
On Demand (available until: 31-Dec-2025 05:00PM)
Delivery Platform
Duration
Price
Free
Curriculum
Primary, Secondary
Main KLA, Strand, Sub Strand
Aboriginal Culture and History
Other KLAs
HSIE » History
HSIE » Geography
Joining The Event
Technology and Materials Requirements
This resource countians videos and discussion questions on a webpage so requires internet access.
If you have any queries please contact the provider
Name: Education Team
Phone: (02) 9298 3655
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.sea.museum/learn