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An ornate metal cross from the Viking discovery, the Galloway Hoard.
30 Aug

Treasures of the Viking Age: Opening Weekend Talk

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Join international guest Dr Adrián Maldonado of National Museums Scotland, Researcher on the Unwrapping the Galloway Hoard project, for an engaging conversation on Treasures of the Viking Age: The Galloway Hoard.

Drawing on over a decade of research, Dr Adrián Maldonado discusses the story behind the hoard’s discovery, the significance of its intricate objects, and what they reveal about Viking-age life.

This engaging talk offers a unique opportunity to hear firsthand from one of the team of specialists uncovering the secrets of one of the most important archaeological finds from the British Isles.

This session will be moderated by Erin Mathews, Exhibition Project Manager, Museums Victoria.

Tickets for the exhibition need to be purchased as an add-on.

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Date Times
Sat 30 Aug
  • 2pm - 3pm 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Location

Melbourne Museum
11 Nicholson St
Carlton 3053

Open in maps location for Melbourne Museum

Price and bookings

From $10 to $25

Adult / general $25
Student / concession $20
Children $15
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Five British Women Grand Tourists with Dr Emma Gleadhill
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Five British Women Grand Tourists with Dr Emma Gleadhill

Dr Emma Gleadhill's lecture explores souvenir culture of British women travellers from 1750-1830.

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Anthony van Dyck with Dr Eugene Barilo von Reisberg
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Anthony van Dyck with Dr Eugene Barilo von Reisberg

An exploration of the painter's iconic portraits of members of the Stuart Court.

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28 Nov

Georgian Monarchs with Dr Eugene Barilo von Reisberg

A lecture exploring the monarchs George I and George II.

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