Democratic thinking conversation starters
Start a conversation about democracy.
Through open-ended questions students will explore topics such as democracy, leadership, student voice, social justice and media literacy.

MoAD and the Courtyard Cafe are open. There may be building works during your visit. Learn more
Through open-ended questions students will explore topics such as democracy, leadership, student voice, social justice and media literacy.
Book a guided tour of Old Parliament House and discover significant moments in Australia's political history.
Join our team and help us tell the story of Australian democracy.
Students unpack the role of political cartoons, explore techniques and develop their media literacy skills.
Listen to this audio experience while you're in the Changemakers exhibition or at home.
Our annual exhibition of political cartooning.
Celebrates the life and work of Joan Child, the first woman to become Speaker of the House.
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.
© Copyright 2025 Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House Privacy Statement