MoAD and the Courtyard Cafe are open. There may be building works during your visit. Learn more
Hear stories about Ben Chifley's time in office and visit the rooms he worked in.
Driven by an inquiry approach and critical reflection, we empower young people to become active citizens.
Our annual exhibition of political cartooning.
These small but mighty earrings were created for Cathy McGowan's campaign for the Indi electorate.
Exploring issues of environmental protection versus development.
Learn to support authentic conversations with students and build their capacity to be active citizens.
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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