Australian Museum
Business Profile
Core Value Proposition
Australian Museum provides access to Australia's oldest museum experience, combining science, culture and nature through vast collections, exhibitions, education programs and public engagement.
Target Customer
{"General public and families visiting Sydney seeking exhibitions and learning experiences","Educators and teachers looking for school programs and resources","Students and researchers interested in scientific collections and research","Museum members and partners seeking events, tours and citizen science opportunities"}
Key Differentiator
{"Australia’s first museum with over 22 million scientific specimens and cultural objects in its collections","Integrated research ecosystem via Australian Museum Research Institute (AMRI) and related centres","Strong First Nations and Pasifika collections and programs","Combination of permanent and touring exhibitions (e.g., RELICS: A New World Rises) and rich public programs","Active citizen science initiatives (e.g., FrogID, DigiVol, Date a Fossil) and climate/biotech research initiatives"}
Implementation Timeline
Value is realized immediately upon visiting during open hours; general entry is free; access to major exhibitions and events requires booking or tickets. Specific programs run on scheduled dates (e.g., workshops, tours, and special events).
Pain Points
- 1Need for engaging, high-quality science and culture education for diverse audiences
- 2Desire for accessible, family-friendly learning experiences and programs
- 3Demand for authentic First Nations and Pasifika cultural content and community engagement
- 4Opportunities for public participation in real-world scientific research and conservation efforts
Key Features
- 1Free general entry with fees for major exhibitions and events
- 2Permanent and touring exhibitions (e.g., Wild Planet, RELICS) and special programs
- 3Extensive education resources and school/group programs (vacation care, excursions, educator-led programs)
- 4Discover & Learn resources, including animal factsheets and collection knowledge
- 5Citizen science projects (FrogID, DigiVol, Australasian Fishes project, Date a Fossil)
- 6Australian Museum Research Institute (AMRI) and specialized centers (Climate Solutions Centre, Lizard Island Research Station)
Target Customer Industries
Decision Makers
- 1Pasifika Collections Officer
Client Results
- 1Public education and cultural understanding through immersive exhibitions and programs
- 2Active citizen science participation contributing to biodiversity and environmental research
- 3Access to world-class collections and research outputs for education, inquiry and discovery
Competitive Advantages
- 1Longstanding, prominent cultural institution (Australia’s first museum) with a large, diverse collection
- 2Free general entry makes culture and science accessible to a broad audience
- 3Integrated research ecosystem (AMRI) and recognized research outputs
- 4Rich First Nations and Pasifika content and programs
- 5Wide range of programs: education resources, tours, school visits, and citizen science involvement
Key Benefits
Case Studies & Success Stories
RELICS: A New World Rises
An extraordinary exhibition created by LEGO Masters winners; highlights innovative storytelling and immersive experiences.
ShellBank: Detecting and protecting turtles around Australia
Global first program building a marine turtle traceability toolkit to identify populations needing greater protection.
FrogID
National citizen science project enabling the public to record frog calls via a free mobile app to improve knowledge of frog populations.
Additional Product Information
Product Description
Australia's first museum in Sydney with over 22 million scientific specimens and cultural objects, offering permanent and touring exhibitions, education programs, and public engagement through AMRI and related initiatives. Free general entry with fees for major exhibitions.
Target Market
Public visitors (families and individuals), students and educators, researchers, and partners seeking exhibitions, education resources and citizen science opportunities
Unique Value Proposition
A century-plus-old, research-driven museum anchored by AMRI and climate/First Nations/Pasifika programs, offering free general entry and a deep, diverse collection for education, exploration and scholarly work.
Technical Requirements
For FrogID and some digital resources, access requires a mobile device (FrogID app) and internet connectivity; general site information and resources are accessible via the museum website.
Pricing Model
General entry is free; fees apply for major exhibitions and some events; tickets can be booked online for certain experiences
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