Professional paper
The world's first major new maritime museum for the new millenium
Silvija Batoš
Abstract
The New Maritime Museum in Fremantle WA is called 'The 36,5 million Aus. $ Museum' (the amount of money spent for its construction!). This museum will play a role in educating the public. It will give visitors the chance to find out more about Australian history, especially the history of the Western Australia, the town of Perth, and its harbour as well as its modern operations. Some of the exhibitions will focus on building the harbour, cargo handling, signalling, pilloting, navigation and cutting-edge technology, while others will tell the story of the men and women who pioneered the port and who work there today. Important historic collections will make unique experience for visitors. Exhibitions will tell stories of human endeavor to bring to life Australian maritime past including naval defence, trade, fishing and the movements of people, goods and cultures throughout the Indian Ocean region.The museum will highlight the maritime traditions and cultures of Aboriginal people and other peoples of Australia.
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8464
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Publication date:
26.11.2004.
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