Shaped by the Sea
Sunday 28 May 2023 to Sunday 31 December 2023 (DAILY event)
Overview
Discover stories of deep time Australia
As an island nation, Australia has a unique relationship with the ocean. Over tens of thousands of years, the sea and it's inland waters have shaped this continent and sustained the many peoples who have lived here.
Shaped by the Sea tells the story of Australia’s maritime history and it's relationship with seas, rivers and waterways from the deep past.
From a dugong skeleton to digital installations, Shaped by the Sea shares thousands of objects and stories that circumnavigate the past.
You're invited to be immersed in displays of scientific specimens and learn from Aboriginal cultural practices in this free exhibition.
Accessibility
Access and Inclusion Statement
Allows a person's carer free entry into participating venues and events
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
Ask all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met
Employ people with disability
Have accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on your website (can be emailed on request)
Offer a range of contact methods for receiving complaints
Offer multiple options for booking - web, email, phone
Provide assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Train your staff in disability awareness
Website meets WCAG 2.0 accessibility standards
