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The mace at Old Parliament House

Learn about the mace. 

This video tells the story of some of the rooms and objects at Old Parliament House and the people who worked there. Find out about the mace – where it came from, what it symbolises and how it was used.

The video encourages students to think about the role of Old Parliament House and objects in the development of our democracy and ends with an activity for students. 

 

The Mace