From an Egyptian Mummy to Ned Kelly, the Australian Long Gallery at the Australian Museum invites visitors to uncover the stories of 200 remarkable treasures within a space that has itself become a treasure of national significance.
As the country’s first gallery, the Long Gallery holds a unique place in Australia’s cultural history. Its restoration celebrated the original 1857 balconied design, balancing conservation with thoughtful design to ensure the space continues to inspire generations. The project brought together public, corporate, and private support to return the gallery to its original grandeur while integrating carefully considered modern elements.
Asentis was proud to play a role in this restoration, collaborating with BCG&E Clients Engineer and A J Bristow and Sons Pty Ltd to replicate the intricate cast iron balustrades and deliver a series of bespoke works. These included recreating balustrades to match the originals, crafting timber handrails, designing a new entry staircase, and even engineering a support frame for the iconic Irish Elk. The result is a space where history, design, and craftsmanship are seamlessly intertwined.
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