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    Building History Tour

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    Enquiries

    reception@moadoph.gov.au
    6270 8222

    Book now

    Bookings essential, places are limited to 15

    20 min tour

    Free ticketed tours depart King’s Hall daily at 10.00, 12.00, and 3.00 Monday to Friday and 10.00 and 3.00 on weekends. 

    Want a bird’s eye view of wonderful Old Parliament House and its fascinating occupants over time ?

    Need an intro to the rich history of this national heritage-listed building before you explore further on your own ?

    One of our knowledgeable and entertaining guides will meet you in King’s Hall and take you to our Models Room to show you the changes which have occurred over the decades and offer stories about people who have walked these halls.

    Our pictorial Building History book can also be purchased and picked up as you embark on your tour.

    Book your tickets below and before you visit, read this important information about how we’re working together to keep everyone safe. 

    Public Health Emergency – COVID-19 Pandemic

    A Public Health Emergency has been declared in the ACT for the response to the COVID-19 pandemic. From 6 March 2021 the ACT Government has made it mandatory for all visitors to the Museum of Australian Democracy (MoAD) aged 16 years and older to check in, or to allow MoAD staff to check them in, on the Check in CBR app. You may face a fine of $1,000 if you fail to comply with the check in requirement. Information about the ACT Government’s COVID-19 response is available upon the ACT Government COVID-19 Website.

      Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House

      18 King George Terrace, Parkes, ACT 2600, Australia

      PO Box 3934
      Manuka ACT 2603

      Open daily 9am - 5pm
      Final session commences at 4pm each day

      ABN: 30 620 774 963

      Telephone: 02 6270 8222

      Enquiries:
      info@moadoph.gov.au

      Research library

      Please note: video surveillance is used 24 hours a day around and throughout the building and may be used for research purposes

      If the museum is closed due to an emergency, call for new opening times: 1800 716 066

      Visiting

      • Planning your visit
      • Families at MoAD
      • Access for people with disabilities
      • Group bookings
      • Café
      • MoAD Shop
      • UNSW Canberra Howard Library

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