Temporary suspension of collection services
Access to the Collections of the South Australian Museum will be closed from December 2023 while staff complete essential audit work. The closure is expected to last until mid-2024. Our galleries remain open to the public.
Biological sciences
Our biological sciences collections encompass a diverse range of fauna, from parasites to whales.
Mineral Sciences
The South Australian Museum is a global leader in research about opal and copper.
Red and white drawing of animal tracks, hand outline, praying mantis and ceremonial objects. Sociological data cards (AA 346/4/15) identify the artist as Peiatjilpi. Previously numbered 41.