The Museum Volunteers Podcast
Episodes
186 episodes
The Mall - Braun Transistor Radio
Learn about the Braun transistor radio featured in The Mall.Braun transistor radio, 1958Object No. 2012/30/1-1Podcast by Rhys Johnson (Powerhouse Intern)
Task Eternal - Hargrave's Box Kite
Learn about Hargrave's Box Kite featured in Task Eternal.Hargrave box kite 'Type A', 1988Object No. 90/128Podcast by Rhys Johnson (Powerhouse Intern)
What the Dark Reveals - The Talking Robot
Learn more about The Talking Robot featured in The Dark.'Talking Robot' by Yonezawa, c. 1965Object No. 85/2573-56Podcast by Luke Mogor (Powerhouse Intern)
The Mall - TV and the New Town Square
Learn more about the AWA television receiver featured in The Mall.AWA television receiver, 1956Object No. B2015Podcast by Luke Mogor (Powerhouse Intern)
Task Eternal - How the F-1 Rocket Propelled the Space Race
Learn about the F-1 Rocket Engine featured in Task Eternal.F-1 rocket engine as used in the first stage of the Saturn V rocket that launched the Apollo missions, 1960sObject No. 2024/105/1Podcast by Luke Mogor (Powerh...
The Dark - Opal Gemstones
Learn more about opals featured in The Dark.Collection of opal gemstone specimens from Grawin Opal Fields, NSWObject No. C6892Podcast by Rhys Johnson (Powerhouse Intern)
319. Frank Gehry's 'Wiggle' Chair
Join Volunteer Therese as she discusses Frank Gehry's 'Wiggle' chair. Over the next few months, join our Collections Stories volunteers as they unveil stories behind some of our objects.
318.Dragonfly Brooch
Join Volunteer Natasha as she discusses the Powerhouse Collection's dragonfly brooch, which was donated by Anne Schofield. This object is currently displayed as part of the 1001 Remarkable Objects exhibition.
317. Babbage's 'Difference Engine No. 1' Calculating Engine
Join Volunteer Adriana as she discusses Charles Babbage's 'Difference Engine No. 1' Calculating Engine that is in the Powerhouse Collection. This object is currently displayed as part of the Atmospheric Memory exhibition.
316. Roman Follis Coin
Join Volunteer Hannah as she discusses the Roman Follis Coin that is in the Powerhouse Collection.Object no. N604-3, Roman Follis Coin, 330-334Volunteers are at the ...
315. Central Station Indicator Board
Join Volunteer Zan as she discusses the Central Station Indicator Board that is currently showing at Powerhouse Ultimo.Object no. B2450, Sydney's Central Station indicator board, 19...
314. Florence Broadhurst’s ‘Peacock’ design
Join Volunteer Chancie as she discusses Florence Broadhurst's Peacock design and the silk screens used to print it.Object no. 97/322/2 Silkscreens (4), for 'Peacocks' design.
313. Toy Singer Sewing Machine
Join Textiles Volunteer Lin as we learn more about the Toy Singer Sewing Machine. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk. Object no. H6950, Toy Singer sewing machine with clam...
312. 'Two Kawarri (goanna)' Earthenware plate by Eddie Puruntatameri
Join Volunteer Kel as he discusses the significance of the 'Two Kawarri (goanna)' Earthenware plate by Eddie Puruntatameri, which was made in Melville Island, Northern Territory. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Object...
311. Lolo Ex Machina
Join Volunteer Brianna as she discusses the significance of the Lolo Ex Machina, which is currently on display at Powerhouse Ultimo as a part of the Absolutely Queer exhibition. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Vol...
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310. Flag of Afghanistan
Join Volunteer Enzo as he discusses the history and significance of the flag of Afghanistan. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passiona...
309. Mercury 'Friendship 7' Capsule
Join Volunteer Hette as he discusses the history and significance of the Mercury Capsule. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate,...
308. Integra Chair
Join Volunteer Judy as she discusses the history and significance of the Integra Chair. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, g...
307. Omnibus and Hansom Cab
Join Volunteer Meg as she discusses the history and significance of the Omnibus and Hansom Cabs in Sydney. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, ...
306. Electric Trams
Join Volunteer Hette as he discusses the history and significance of Electric Trams in Sydney. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passio...
305. Cable Trams
Join Volunteer Mike as he discusses the history and significance of Cable Trams in Sydney. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate...
304. Steam Trams
Join Volunteer Hette as he discusses the history and significance of Steam Trams in Sydney. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionat...
303. Locomotive No. 1
Join Volunteer Antonia as she discusses the significance of the Locomotive No. 1. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generou...
