The Museum Volunteers Podcast
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 short talks provide access to the Powerhouse collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.
Episodes
180 episodes
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.
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Episode 319
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2:20
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.
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Episode 318
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3:24
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.
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Episode 317
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4:27
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 ...
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Episode 316
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2:19
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...
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Episode 315
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2:31
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.
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Episode 314
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3:55
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...
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2:56
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...
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Episode 312
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2:03
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...
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2:28
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,...
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2:58
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...
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2:17
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, ...
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2:28
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...
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4:50
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...
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3:13
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...
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4:06
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...
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3:27
301. Electric Jugs
Join Volunteer Phoebe as she discusses the history and significance of electric jugs in the home. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these pas...
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3:17
302. 1922 Bus to Laundry Detergent
Join Volunteer Dinah as she discusses the history and links to the toy matchbox 1922 bus and laundry detergent. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtua...
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4:09
300. Pioneering Woman Aviator - Amelia Earhart
Join Volunteer Cindy as she discusses the achievements of Amelia Earhart, a pioneering woman aviator. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these...
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2:30
299. Pioneering Woman Aviator- Lores Bonney
Join Volunteer Christina as she discusses the achievements of Lores Bonney, a pioneering woman aviator. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, the...
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3:28
298. Pioneering Woman Aviator - Nancy Bird Walton
Join Volunteer Mercedes as she discusses the achievements of Nancy Bird Walton, a pioneering woman aviator. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually,...
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4:01
297. The Mini
Join Volunteer Richard as he discusses the history and design of the Mini car. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous a...
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