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Tiegs Museum, Science museum in Parkville, Melbourne, Australia.

The Tiegs Museum houses an extensive collection of biological specimens and models within the University of Melbourne's School of Biological Sciences.

The museum, established in 1887 at the University of Melbourne's zoological department, received its name from Australian zoologist Oscar Werner Tiegs.

The collection serves as an educational resource for university students and researchers studying various aspects of biological sciences and evolutionary processes.

Visitors need to schedule appointments in advance to access the museum, and should note that the facility has limited wheelchair accessibility.

The museum contains specialized displays focusing on arthropod muscle structure research, reflecting Oscar Tiegs' notable scientific contributions to zoology.

Location: Parkville

Location: Melbourne

Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access

Operator: University of Melbourne, School of Biological Sciences

Address: Medical Road

Opening Hours: "By appointment only"

Website: https://biosciences.unimelb.edu.au/engage/tiegs-museum

GPS coordinates: -37.79756,144.95881

Latest update: March 12, 2025 21:10

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