MoAD and the Courtyard Cafe are open. Some exhibitions will be closed from 14 July to early September 2025 for essential building works. Learn more
Discover hands-on exhibitions that foster imagination, self-confidence and creativity.
VisitCraft, outdoor activities and games to do at home that explore children's rights, the environment, relationships and much more.
DiscoverFollow the journey of Australia’s democracy through the debates that have shaped our nation.
Understand how a free press is essential to a thriving democracy.
This tour introduces you to the first women in Australian politics and the challenges they faced.
A different tour every day at midday.
In this special after-hours tour, explore the spookier side of Old Parliament House.
A meeting place that's always been the centre of the action.
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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