Australian Socialist
Australian Socialist is a progressive, independent, Marxist journal of ideas, analysis and discussion.
MoAD and the Courtyard Cafe are open. There may be building works during your visit. Learn more
Australian Socialist is a progressive, independent, Marxist journal of ideas, analysis and discussion.
Barbecue snags and voting explained.
Australians were asked to pick a song for the national anthem in 1977.
A 1937 referendum asked Australians if the Commonwealth should regulate air travel.
Deep dive into stories about Old Parliament House, Australian history and democracy.
Our collection captures the ideas, movements, people and events of Australian democracy.
The Museum of Australian Democracy acknowledges Australia's First Nations peoples as the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia. We recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We respectfully acknowledge the role that First Nations people continue to play in shaping Australia's democracy. We also acknowledge the Ngunnawal, Ngunawal and Ngambri peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the region in which MoAD is located.
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