Join volunteer Kel, for some insights into this fascinating craft. Origami has become increasingly important in modern design - from architecture to space travel, from ceramics to textiles in recent decades. A truly fascinating talk.

Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

You can  search for objects relating to this discussion on the MAAS website.

Image: Object No. 2012/29/1, Sculpture, 'Forms in Succession #5,' slip-cast and glazed, porcelain designed and made by Shigekazu Nagae, Seto, Japan, 2011

In this short talk, volunteer Judy shares the story reflected in some of the equipment preserved in the Collection, from Mawson's  Antarctic expedition 1911-1914.  The equipment was essential for surviving and working in the harsh conditions of Antarctica and brings new insights, to the stories of adventure, hardship, and tragedy in an era of heroic Antarctic exploration.

Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

You can  search for objects relating to this discussion on the MAAS website.

Image: Object No. H8143, Sledge, full size, Corymbia maculata (spotted gum) / metal / natural fibre / leather, made by Alexander Worsfold, King Street, St Peters, New South Wales, Australia, 1911, used on the Australasian Antarctic Expedition led by Sir Douglas Mawson, Antarctica, 1911-1914

Motorbikes, romance and a wedding, adventures across continents, bandits and guns! This story has it all. Join Judy for the tale of one the Museum's collection motorcycles, and its extraordinary provenance.

Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

You can  search for objects relating to this discussion on the MAAS website.

Image: Object No. 2017/4/2-3, Motorcycle trousers, mens, leather / metal, made by Stagg, Australia, date unknown, used by George Schwarz to ride a 1965 BMW Model R50, 500cc motorcycle, around the world, 1970s-2016

Enjoy this talk about the history of the design of the Lawn mower. Written and researched by Volunteer Paul at the MDC. Narrated by Visitor Services Officer Saul.

Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

You can  search for objects relating to this discussion on the MAAS website.

Image: Object No: 97/5/1, Victa 'peach-tin prototype' lawn mower, power rotary, with a two-stroke Villiers petrol engine, metal, designed by Mervyn Victor Richardson, made by Mervyn Victor Richardson, 81 Bray Street, Concord, New South Wales, Australia, New South Wales, 1952

Enjoy this short talk about the iconic Lyrebird chair by Lucien Henry. Researched and written by Volunteer Gail on Mondays/Thursdays. Narrated by Visitor Services Officer Saul.

Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

You can  search for objects relating to this discussion on the MAAS website.

Image: Object No. 2000/117/1, Chair, reproduction, based on Lucien Henry, 'Lyrebird' or 'staghorn fern' design, jelutong & kauri timber / gesso finish / needlework, made by International Conservation Services Pty Ltd, Australia, 2000

Join Friday volunteer Hette - as he compares and contrasts the design processes behind a computer and a vase.

Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

You can  search for objects relating to this discussion on the MAAS website.

Image: Object No: 2001/9/1, Vase, 'Jack in the pulpit', favrile glass, designed by Louis Comfort Tiffany, c. 1900, made by Tiffany Furnaces, Corona, Long Island, New York, United States of America, 1908

The other object referred to in this podcast is Object No: 2010/1/109, Computer, PDP-8, Perspex / metal / plastic / insulation, made by Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC), Maynard, Massachusetts, United States of America, 1965-1990

Researched and written by volunteer Meg S, learn about Charles Laseron's day to day experiences during the Antarctic expedition in the early 1900's through an item of clothing which belonged to him, the Charles Laseron's Antarctic Expedition Hood.
Narrated by museum staff member Meg L

Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

You can  search for objects relating to this discussion on the MAAS website.

Image: Object No: 98/55/1-3. Hood, snow helmet, cotton, made by Burberry, London, used by Charles Francis Laseron during Douglas Mawson's Australasian Antarctic Expedition (AAE), 1911-1913

Join Friday Volunteer Hette, for his fascinating talk about the Design history, and controversies of the day - behind the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

There are many objects in the Collection relating to the Harbour Bridge. You can  search for objects relating to this discussion on the MAAS website.

Image: Object No. 85/1286-2010, Glass plate negative, half plate, depicting the heavy cruiser HMAS 'Canberra' passing under the Sydney Harbour Bridge early in 1932, glass, unattributed photographer, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 1932

Join this volunteer developed and researched talk, as we discuss the not often talked about instrument, the Theremin. (You may have seen it in the Powerhouse Museum)

Written and researched by volunteer, Cierwen and narrated by staff member and voice-volunteer, Victoria.

Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

You can  search for objects relating to this discussion on the MAAS website. 

Image: Object no: 2001/67/1-1, Main body of Theremin, part of set, 'Signature series', timber / metal, designed by Robert (Bob) Moog, manufactured Big Briar Inc, United States of America, 2001

Researched and written by volunteer Barry, learn about the technology, patent disputes, business intrigue and social impact - behind the invention of the sewing machine. Narrated by museum staff member Georgia.

Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

You can  search for objects relating to this discussion on the MAAS website.

Image: Object No: H9363. Sewing machine, transverse shuttle cast iron / tin, made by Singer Sewing Machine Co, United States of America, 1860-1861