The Museum of Australian Democracy acknowledges the traditional owners and custodians of country throughout Australia. We recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the elders past, present and emerging.

The museum respectfully acknowledges the role that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples continue to play in shaping Australia’s democracy.

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    PlayUP is back! Bookings are essential. Click the ‘book now’ link for session times and dates.

    Important: If you do not arrive within 30 minutes of your session start time, your tickets will be reallocated.

    Book PlayUP tickets

    PlayUP

    PlayUP is back. Bookings essential.

    With imaginative play spaces, crafting workshops and inquisitive museum trails, MoAD is the perfect family day out. There is a range of family exhibitions, events and activities that poke their tongue out at the idea that museums are hands-off.

    Book PlayUP tickets


    DressUP

    DressUP is currently closed while we explore options to implement the ACT Government’s COVID-Safe guidelines in this space. Thanks for your patience.

    Think about how you can change the world as you connect with the lives of Malala, Dr Karl, Queen Bey and more. In DressUP, try on costumes inspired by their iconic outfits as you explore the choices they made in order to make a difference in the world.

    Be inspired to change the world


    Zine Lounge

    The Zine Lounge is currently closed while we explore options to implement the ACT Government’s COVID-Safe guidelines in this space. Thanks for your patience.

    In the meantime, please see our guide on ‘how to make a zine’

    Unleash your creativity in the brand new Zine Lounge—a place for young people to meet, read, and create. 

    Relax on the lounges and read any of the many zines available, or if inspiration strikes you can write, sketch, stick or staple together a cool little book about what’s going on in your world.

     

    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

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