Discover the Diverse Cultures of Australia and Oceania Exhibition at Náprstek Museum

This long-term exhibition showcases the life and cultures of various ethnic groups from Australia and Oceania. Visitors can explore indigenous Australian artifacts, items from Melanesian islands, and objects from Polynesia and Micronesia, reflecting their traditions, spiritual worlds, and daily lives.

The long-term exhibition "Cultures of Australia and Oceania" at the Náprstek Museum offers an in-depth look into the diverse ways of life and cultural practices of peoples from these regions. The exhibition begins with a focus on indigenous Australians, detailing their adaptations to harsh conditions through displays of hunting and war weapons such as boomerangs, clubs, and spears. It also features practical items like scribing sticks and baskets, alongside exhibits representing their spiritual world, including bark paintings, and various musical instruments. The exhibition extends to the cultures of islanders and inhabitants of archipelagos in Melanesia, highlighting their roles as farmers, hunters, and fishermen. The material culture of these regions, particularly from New Guinea, New Caledonia, the Solomon Islands, and New Ireland, strongly reflects a respect for deceased ancestors through various types of wood carvings and masks. Further sections are dedicated to Polynesia and Micronesia, presenting a range of everyday and ceremonial objects, including coffee bowls, war and ceremonial weapons, and ornaments. The final room features striking wood carvings primarily from New Guinea, complemented by examples of decorated textiles known as tapas, made from beaten bast.

Tickets for the Náprstek Museum can be purchased online or at the box office. Specific admission fees apply for adults, reduced categories, and school excursions. Free admission is available on Sundays, May 10, 2026, and for certain categories with valid IDs. Photography for non-commercial purposes is included in the ticket price.