Open 27 November 2015 to 28 March 2016

This not-to-be-missed exhibition reveals the powerful stories of rare Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander objects from the British Museum’s unparalleled collection. Encounters also features contemporary works produced by the Indigenous communities from which the British Museum’s objects were originally acquired.

Supper Club

Join us for an exceptional supper club experience in our waterfront cafe. Enjoy a two-course dinner of shared platters matched with local wines, an exclusive after-hours tour of Encounters and a 20% discount on the exhibition catalogue!

Donate to the Encounters Indigenous Scholarships Program

Help us support cultural leadership in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities by supporting the Encounters Indigenous Scholarships Program.

With your help, six young cultural workers from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander regional and remote communities will be selected for an intensive three month scholarship program in 2016 at the National Museum of Australia and the British Museum in London.

Please note bookings fee applies