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Learn about the interconnectedness of land, sea and sky Country for First Nations people, and develop a deeper understanding of the richness and diversity of First Nations cultures. &nbsp;
Through multisensory learning experiences, students will learn about First Nations peoples’ continuing connections with Country, Australia prior to colonisation and custodial management of land by First Nations Australians. &nbsp;

Barani 

Students will discover life below the waves in this whole-day depth study on marine science. &nbsp;
Students will get their hands wet with ocean science fieldwork exercises.

Ocean Ecosystem Dynamics 

Students can earn their pirate licence in this swashbuckling adventure!&nbsp;
Apprentice pirates will master pirate lingo, learn the ropes of life on the seas and dance a pirate jig. Students will also follow a mysterious treasure map around the museum and wharves, solve cunning riddles and clues, and uncover the hidden treasure.&nbsp;

Pirate school 

Climb aboard, handle artefacts and investigate the first recorded contact between European and First Nations people.&nbsp;

First contacts: tall ship Duyfken

Bring history to life as students explore the iconic Endeavour replica. In this guided tour, students are immersed in the 18th century world of maritime exploration. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Endeavour tour

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James Cook and HMB Endeavour

Wreck seeker

Created by the Australian Children’s Television Foundation (ACTF) in collaboration with the Australian National Maritime Museum, this learning resource supports students and teachers in Years 3 to 6 to explore the award-winning animated television series The Deep in the classroom and beyond.

The Deep learning resource

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This education resource introduces students to the Duyfken, which was the first European vessel to meet the First Nations people of Australia on Wik country on the Cape York Peninsula in 1606.

1606 - Contact at Cape Keerweer

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