Exhibitions
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Now open DressUP: Change the WorldDiscover the incredible journeys of some of the world’s most inspiring people, taking the time to walk in their shoes in DressUP: Change the World.
Now until 17 November 2019Behind the Lines 2018: The year’s best political cartoonsFollow us down the rabbit-hole for Behind the Lines 2018: The year’s best political cartoons...an exploration of the strange and topsy-turvy Wonderland of politics.
Now open#UDHRquilt ProjectThe #UDHRquilt Project features never before seen work from a global craftivism project. Stitching in local and global stories; see the intricate detail of these quilts that represent the world’s conscience.
Now openDemocracy. Are You In?Democracy is a living system and it works best when there is a healthy balance between trust and distrust - but that balance is tipping. Distrust is on the rise, and confidence in our political and social institutions is at its lowest point in decades.
Told through powerful stories of democracy in action, this exhibition will provoke thought and motivate visitors to recognise the power of their voice.
9 am – 5 pm dailyPlayUP: The Right to Have an Opinion and Be HeardStand up, make up, think up and step up at the next evolution of PlayUP!
Now openonetoeight: Australia’s first prime ministersCanberra-based artist Alison Alder reinterprets and reinvigorates portraits of Australia’s first eight prime ministers in this thoughtful and visually arresting contemporary art project.
Now openDRESS CODE: EMPIRE An old coat rescued. Sir Edmund Barton revealed. In this exhibition you will discover an intriguing tale of power, prestige and Australia’s changing ties to Britain.
Now openMagna Carta—An Australian StoryMagna Carta is one of the most famous and significant documents for democracy and human rights around the world.
Now openHappy and GloriousHappy and Glorious commemorates the first visit to Australia by Queen Elizabeth II
Open daily 9am–5pm
(closed Christmas Day)
$2 adults, $1 children (free for children under 5 years old) and concessions, $5 family
18 King George Terrace, Parkes, Canberra
