The Saturday Paper
The Saturday Paper is a weekly newspaper dedicated to narrative journalism.
MoAD and the Courtyard Cafe are open. There may be building works during your visit. Learn more
The Saturday Paper is a weekly newspaper dedicated to narrative journalism.
Your guide to voting in Australian elections.
A 1937 referendum asked Australians if the Commonwealth should regulate air travel.
Hear audio descriptions of political cartoons from Behind the Lines exhibitions.
Explore political cartoons in Behind the Lines exhibitions online.
The 1946 referendum led to the pharmaceutical benefits scheme and the beginnings of universal healthcare.
In the 1951 referendum, Australia voted no on banning Communist ideology by the barest of margins.
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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