Supposedly it houses Captain Cook's logbook, but we were disappointed that it was not on display. After making short order of the library, we went outside only to discover that an extensive antique and sports car show was being held in the central grounds. 
This was a great relief for Rick from all the other stuffy and rather sterile government establishments. It was fun to watch miniature radio-controlled cars race. 
While waiting for the Explorer bus to take us to our next destination, we came upon an Aboriginal display outdoors 
as well as a rhythmic gymnastics tribute! 
Our next stop was a visit to the Australian Mint. 
Although not in operation at the time of our visit, we enjoyed the walk through its museum. We learned that all the Australian 1- and 2-cent coins taken out of circulation had been used to create the bronze medals for the Sydney Olympics.
Although not in operation at the time of our visit, we enjoyed the walk through its museum. We learned that all the Australian 1- and 2-cent coins taken out of circulation had been used to create the bronze medals for the Sydney Olympics. Our third stop was the National Museum, a building of most unusual architecture. 
Using state of the art technology, it relies more on images, soundscapes and personal stories than dusty old objects. The museums profiles 50,000 years of indigenous heritage, settlements since 1788, and key events including federation and the 2000 Sydney Olympics. The most unique thing inside was the heart of the famous Australian race horse, Phar Lap.
Using state of the art technology, it relies more on images, soundscapes and personal stories than dusty old objects. The museums profiles 50,000 years of indigenous heritage, settlements since 1788, and key events including federation and the 2000 Sydney Olympics. The most unique thing inside was the heart of the famous Australian race horse, Phar Lap. 
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