One of the Australian Museum’s most memorable curators, Gerard Krefft, a renowned natural scientist, museum pioneer and Australia’s first zoologist, helped shape our nation’s understanding and appreciation of natural science. His tenure was one of great drama, and following an ideological battle with Australian Museum trustees, a defiant Krefft was unceremoniously ejected from the Museum, still sitting in his chair.
Join us on Saturday, 21 September 2024 to enjoy this fascinating, FREE panel discussion featuring three celebrated Australian Museum figures: Director and CEO Kim McKay AO; former Director Dr. Des Griffin AM; and our Head of World Cultures, Archives & Library, Dr Vanessa Finney, as they explore the complexities of Krefft’s life and legacy.
Register for your tickets now to learn more about Krefft’s complex history, his belief in Darwin’s Theory of Evolution, his preservation of Australian flora and fauna, an alleged gold heist and a loyal pet pig named Dennis.
