Explore the emotional realities of migration through a unique audio journey at the Immigration Museum.
Ongoing activity
400 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Varies - included with museum admission
Step into the deeply personal world of migration with this evocative audio experience. Narrated by Maria Tumarkin, a first-generation immigrant and cultural historian, the soundscape invites you to feel the complex emotions of leaving one’s homeland and arriving in a new country. This immersive journey will enrich your understanding of the immigrant experience beyond dates and facts.
As you listen, you will be guided through the Immigration Museum, imagining the migrant’s perspective of hope, loss, and resilience. The audio pieces are crafted as an extended poem, blending research and storytelling to create a moving atmosphere.
This experience is suitable for families wanting to engage their children in cultural heritage and history in a thoughtful and accessible way.
The Unending Absence is a series of audio clips designed to be listened to while walking through the Immigration Museum. You can also enjoy the audio remotely if visiting the museum is not possible.
- Narration by Maria Tumarkin, whose voice carries the authentic accent of a migrant.
- Collaboration between Museums Victoria’s Immigration Museum, cultural historians, and sound artists.
- Supported by the ARC Centre of Excellence for the History of Emotions.
This experience is based at the Immigration Museum located in Melbourne, Victoria. The museum is accessible by public transport and offers facilities suitable for families with children.
Visitors can download or select the audio files on-site or listen online at their convenience. The museum provides a welcoming environment to explore Australia’s rich migration history.
Please note this is an audio experience; headphones are recommended for the best immersion. The content deals with emotional and historical themes related to migration, suitable for school-aged children and adults.
The audio narration includes cultural and historical reflections that may prompt meaningful family discussions about identity and belonging.
The experience is self-paced and can be adapted to your family’s schedule during museum opening hours.
Access to the audio experience is included with general admission to the Immigration Museum. Admission prices vary; please check the museum’s official website for current ticket costs and any concessions.
No advance booking is required for the audio experience, but general museum entry tickets can be purchased online or at the venue.
Families are encouraged to plan their visit ahead to maximize their time exploring the museum and audio journey.
