The Museum Volunteers Podcast

Join Volunteer Therese as she discusses Frank Gehry's 'Wiggle' chair. Over the next few months, join our Collections Stories volunteers as they unveil stories behind some of our objects. Object no. 2003/83/1, 'Wiggle' chair by Frank Gehry.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

Join Volunteer Natasha as she discusses the Powerhouse Collection's dragonfly brooch, which was donated by Anne Schofield. This object is currently displayed as part of the 1001 Remarkable Objects exhibition.Object no. 2023/50/87, Dragonfly brooch made of silver, diamonds and sapphire.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

Join Volunteer Adriana as she discusses Charles Babbage's 'Difference Engine No. 1' Calculating Engine that is in the Powerhouse Collection. This object is currently displayed as part of the Atmospheric Memory exhibition.Object no. 96/203/1, 'Difference Engine No1', designed by Charles Babbage, parts made by Joseph Clements, assembled by Henry Provost Babbage, England, 1822-1879Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

Join Volunteer Hannah as she discusses the Roman Follis Coin that is in the Powerhouse Collection.Object no. N604-3, Roman Follis Coin, 330-334Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

Join Volunteer Zan as she discusses the Central Station Indicator Board that is currently showing at Powerhouse Ultimo.Object no. B2450, Sydney's Central Station indicator board, 1906.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

Join Volunteer Chancie as she discusses Florence Broadhurst's Peacock design and the silk screens used to print it.Object no. 97/322/2 Silkscreens (4), for 'Peacocks' design.Object No. 2002/77/1 Wallpaper roll, 'Peacocks' design.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

Join Textiles Volunteer Lin as we learn more about the Toy Singer Sewing Machine. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk. Object no. H6950, Toy Singer sewing machine with clamp and box, Singer Manufacturing Company, United States of America, c. 1914. Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

Join Volunteer Kel as he discusses the significance of the 'Two Kawarri (goanna)' Earthenware plate by Eddie Puruntatameri, which was made in Melville Island, Northern Territory.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Object no. 96/39/3 'Two Kawarri (goanna)', Earthenware plate by Eddie PuruntatameriVolunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

Join Volunteer Brianna as she discusses the significance of the Lolo Ex Machina, which is currently on display at Powerhouse Ultimo as a part of the Absolutely Queer exhibition.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.

Join Volunteer Enzo as he discusses the history and significance of the flag of Afghanistan.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories.Image: Object No. H4051-26. Flag of Afghanistan, part of a collection of national flags (51), presented on the occasion of Australia's 150th Anniversary Celebration, 1938.Search for related objects

Join Volunteer Hette as he discusses the history and significance of the Mercury Capsule.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. 86/335-102. Cover, Mercury-Atlas 6 mission / Glenn orbits the Earth, paper, USA, 1962Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Apollo" which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy!

Join Volunteer Judy as she discusses the history and significance of the Integra Chair.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. 86/842-1. Chair, 'Integra' armchair, moulded polypropylene, designed by Charles Furey & Associates for Sebel Ltd, made by Sebel Ltd, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 1973-1986Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Innovation and Tech' which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy!

Join Volunteer Meg as she discusses the history and significance of the Omnibus and Hansom Cabs in Sydney.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. B1269. Omnibus, horse-drawn, metal / wood / vinyl, Sydney Tramway and Omnibus Company, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 1890-1896Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Sydney Trams" which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy!

Join Volunteer Hette as he discusses the history and significance of Electric Trams in Sydney.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. B1519.Tram, full size, electric, O-class, No. 805, 'Toastrack', timber/metal, Meadowbank Manufacturing Co, Meadowbank, New South Wales, Australia, 1909, used in SydneySearch for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Sydney Trams" which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy!

Join Volunteer Mike as he discusses the history and significance of Cable Trams in Sydney.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. 88/289-1124. Photographic glass plate negative, depicting a cable tram grip car, [North Shore cable tram system, Sydney], part of the Clyde Engineering photographic collection, Clyde, New South Wales, Australia, 1886-1900Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Sydney Trams" which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy!

Join Volunteer Hette as he discusses the history and significance of Steam Trams in Sydney.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. B823. Steam tram, full size, tram motor No. 1A, metal / timber, made by Burnham, Parry and Williams & Co, Baldwin Locomotive Works, Philadelphia, United States of America, 1879Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Sydney Trams" which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy!

Join Volunteer Antonia as she discusses the significance of the Locomotive No. 1.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. 7949. Locomotive No.1 which hauled the first passenger train in New South Wales  in 1855, designed by James McConnell, made by Robert Stephenson and Company, Newcastle-on-Tyne, England, 1854, used by New South Wales Government Railways 1855-1877Search for related objects here

Join Volunteer Phoebe as she discusses the history and significance of electric jugs in the home.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. 86/1438. Electric jug, 'Boilo-Jug', Grecian urn style, porcelain / rubber / plastic, made by Hecla Electrics Pty Ltd, Chapel Street North, South Yarra, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1929Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Social History" which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy!

Join Volunteer Dinah as she discusses the history and links to the toy matchbox 1922 bus and laundry detergent.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. K1362-3. Packaged soap, 'Sunlight', paper / soap, made by Lever Brothers Pty Ltd, Australia, date unknownSearch for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Social History" which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy!

Join Volunteer Cindy as she discusses the achievements of Amelia Earhart, a pioneering woman aviator.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image:  Object No. A7044-14. Hat (1 of 14), 'Amelia Earhart', womens, felt, maker unknown, Australia, c. 1921-c. 1965Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Pioneering Women Aviators" which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy!

Join Volunteer Christina as she discusses the achievements of Lores Bonney, a pioneering woman aviator.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image:  Object No. P3502. Archive, aviation, Lores Bonney, Australia, 1913-1984Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Pioneering Women Aviators" which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy!

Join Volunteer Mercedes as she discusses the achievements of Nancy Bird Walton, a pioneering woman aviator.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image:  Object No. 96/323/1-6/42. Slide, 35mm, black and white, portrait of Nancy Bird Walton in cockpit of plane, c1935Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Pioneering Women Aviators" which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy!

Join Volunteer Richard as he discusses the history and design of the Mini car.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image:  Object No. 96/370/1. Automobile, full size, Leyland Mini K car and parts, metal / fabric / rubber, made by Leyland Australia, Zetland, New South Wales, Australia, 1970Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Auto Obsession" which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Jon as he discusses the history and design of the Model T car.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image:  Object No. B727. Automobile, full size, Ford Model T car, 5-passenger, 4-door tourer, No. C55005, metal / rubber / glass, designed by Henry Ford with Joseph Galamb and C H Wills, 1906-1908, Detroit, Michigan, United States of America, made by Ford Motor Co, Walkerville, Ontario, Canada, 1916Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Auto Obsession" which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Richard as he discusses the history and design of the FJ Holden.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image:  Object No. 85/795. Automobile, full size, FJ Holden Special, metal / rubber / glass, with owner's manual and brochures, made by General Motors-Holden Ltd, Bunnerong Road, Pagewood, New South Wales, Australia, 1955Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Auto Obsession" which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Dinah as she discusses Matchbox cars and where the Cadillac got it's name.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. 85/1180-7. Toy car, Matchbox, 1913 Cadillac, Models of Yesteryear series, model no. Y-6, metal / plastic, made by Lesney Products & Co Ltd, London, England, 1969Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Leisure Time" which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Nathaly as she discusses the 'Australia' tapestry by Jean Lurcat (1892-1965), leader of the revival of tapestry in France and master of 20th century French tapestry design. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No.  No. 88/321, 'Australia' tapestry designed by Jean Lurcat, woven by Suzanne Goubely-Gatien, Aubusson, France, 1960-1961

Join Volunteer Joe as he discusses the history of rollerblading, rollerskating and skateboards.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. 92/205. Skateboard, 'Midget Farrelly' Competition MkII, wood/metal/rubber, Surf Skate Manufacturing Co, Australia, 1963-1965Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Toys" which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Mike as he discusses the design of stackable chairs.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. 85/1253. Stacking chair, 'Kandya', plywood, Carl Jacobs, England, 1950Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Design - Chairs' which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Beth as she discusses a range of American designed chairs that have made an impact on the world.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No: 2004/117/1. Chair, 'Tulip', fibreglass / aluminium / wool / rubber, designed by Eero Saarinen, Knoll Associates, New York, United States of America, 1956 / c. 1960Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Design - Chairs' which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Judy, Mike and Beth as they discuss what good design is, and look at great designed chairs. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image:  87/1287. Chair, 'MR', tubular steel / leather, designed by Ludwig Mies Van der Rohe, Germany, 1927, manufactured by Knoll International, Italy, 1985-1987Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Design - Chairs' which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Judy, as she discusses what glass is. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image:  2003/169/4. Spectacles and case, mens, plastic / glass / leather / card, used by Brian Henderson, made by Christian Dior, made in Austria, 2002Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Glass' which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Denise, an award-winning glass designer as she talks about her time working at Crown Corning, the design process, and a selection of her own glassware designs - which are now a valuable part of the Powerhouse Collection.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image:  Object No. 2012/128/3. Wine glasses (5), 'Oslo', machine-blown flint, glass, designed by Denise Larcombe, made by Crown Corning Limited, Waterloo, New South Wales, Australia, 1975Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Glass' which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Judy, as she discusses how glass has been used in technology.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image:  Object No. B2192. Edison electric light globe, incandescent lamp, glass / metal, made by Edison, United States of America, c.1881, used in first Sydney public display of incandescent lamps at Aaron's Exchange Hotel, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 7 December 1882, owned by Kopsch family 1882-1975Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Glass' which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Judy, as she discusses how stained glass has been used in the modern era.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image:  Object No. 98/95/3. Window panels (4), sun burst design, lead/glass, designed for the 'Ladies Boudoir' of the Capitol Theatre, Swanstone Street, Melbourne, designed by Marion Mahony Griffin and Walter Burley Griffin, Australia, 1921-24Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Glass' which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Judy, as she discusses the uses of glass in science. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. 86/1340-9. Glass Bottle containing liquid, 'Eucalyptus sieberiana', Eucalyptus sieberi oil / glass, made by the Technological Museum, Sydney, Australia, probably made 1924Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Glass' which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Mike, as he discusses the collaboration between Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak and the Apple 1 computer. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. 2010/6/1. Personal computer, 'Apple 1', timber / plastic / metal / electronic components, designed by Steve Wozniak, made by Apple Computer, Palo Alto, California, United States of America, 1976Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Better Together' which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Claudia, as she discusses Jenny Kee and Linda Jackson and their store, Flamingo Park. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. 99/6/23. Outfit, 'Oz All', womens, consisting of jumper, skirt, vest, tabard, leggings (pair) and hat, wool / cotton, designed by Jenny Kee, knitted by Lis Petersen, Australia, 1980-1985Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Better Together' which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join MDC Volunteers, as they discuss the Cobb and Co Coach. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. H3875. Cobb & Co mail and passenger coach, No.2, for 8 passengers, full-size horsedrawn vehicle, timber / metal / leather, made by Cobb & Co Coach and Buggy Factory, Charleville, Queensland, Australia, 1890, used on Blackall coach route, QueenslandSearch for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Better Together' which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer James, as he discusses the Apollo Feedhorn and it's importance. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. 97/289/1. Feed horn, metal, used on Parkes Radio Telescope, CSIRO Radiophysics, Australia,1969-1973Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Better Together' which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Rob, as he discusses Lawrence Hargrave and his inventions in our collection.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. 90/128. Reproduction box kite, Type A, wood / canvas, designed by Lawrence Hargrave 1894, made by Lionel Pitt, New South Wales, Australia, 1987Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Better Together' which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Beth, as she discusses the use and advances in Prosthetics during war times. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. 2004/158/1. Prosthetic arm with attachments, wood / metal / leather / fibreglass / fabric / elastic, maker unknown, place of production unknown, 1920-1940Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’War and Peace' which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy!

Join Volunteer Kel, as he discusses the role Clyde Engineering played in both war and peace.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No.  2009/24/1-48. Photographic glass plate negative, Clyde Engineering workers in vote for H.M.S. Sydney, made by Clyde Engineering Company Limited, Granville, New South Wales, Australia, 1941-1942Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’War and Peace' which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Hette, as he discusses the invention of the hand grenade by William Mills and it's effects on modern warfare.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. 2014/87/1. Rifle grenade, No. 23, sectioned, metal, made by Mills Munitions Factory, Birmingham, England, 1915-1918Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’War and Peace' which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Paul, as he discusses the role the bicycle played in both war and peace.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. H7807. Bicycle, grand gents' roadster solid tyre safety bicycle, metal / rubber / wood / leather, metal, J K Starley & Co Ltd, England, 1880-1890Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’War and Peace' which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Paul, as he discusses the role Rolls Royce played in both war and peace.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No.  B2420 . Automobile, books (4) and keys, full size, Rolls-Royce Phantom V, 4-door sedan, 8-cylinder, chassis No. 5VD81, engine No. D404V, metal / glass / rubber / textile / paper, made by Rolls-Royce Ltd, Crewe, Cheshire, England, 1965, 7-seat limousine coachwork by H.J. Mulliner Park Ward Ltd, Willesden, London, England, used by Sir Roden Cutler, Governor of New South Wales, 1967-1981Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’War and Peace' which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Lesley, as she discusses the Tank Stream Conduit  in Sydney and how it was used. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. 2001/11/1. Conduit of the Tank Stream (section), oviform, brickwork / [earthenware] / mortar / cement / concrete, excavated in 1999 from No 1 Martin Place, Sydney, Australia, built c. 1866Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Yesteryears’ which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Lesley, as she discusses the Trolley Bus No.1 and how it was used. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. B1320. Trolley bus No.1 and seat covers, metal / rubber / leather / vinyl / glass, body made by Park Royal Coachworks Ltd, London, England, No. 3376, chassis made by Associated Equipment Co Ltd, Southwell, Middlesex, England, No. 663071, 1933, used in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 1936-1956Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Yesteryears’ which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer Peter, as he discusses the Tram Hearse Trailer and how it was used. We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. B1270. Tram, full size, hearse trailer, No. 27S, timber / metal, made by Randwick Tramway Workshops, Randwick, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 1896, used at Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia, 1896-1946Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Yesteryears’ which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy! 

Join Volunteer John, as he discusses the Goggomobil - Dart and how this innovation changed our lives.  We hope you enjoy this very informative talk.Volunteers are at the heart of our community. Both on-site and virtually, these passionate, generous and skilled individuals contribute to a Museum that fosters connection and curiosity.  These virtual talks provide access to the Museum collection and are designed to inspire conversations and evoke memories. Image: Object No. 89/1523. Automobile, full size, and parts, 'Goggomobil Dart', body No. 712, engine No. 02/129295, chassis No. 01127418, fibreglass / rubber / metal, designed by Bill Buckle, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 1959Search for related objects here Note: This talk has been adapted as part of a larger Collection Conversation entitled ’Australian Innovations’ which you are welcome to enjoy on our Youtube or Powerhouse Volunteer website. Enjoy!