Enlighten – Department of Memories
A free, interactive event for all ages.
When
Friday 27 February, Saturday 28 February, Friday 6 March, Saturday 7 March
Duration
7pm – 10:30pm
Cost
Free
You're invited to delve into memories of all kinds in our Department of Memories. Brave, silly, funny, awkward, painful, or powerful, collected memories are the glue that holds democracy together.
Belt out a forgotten favourite at karaoke, meet our Minister of Memories, Venus Mantrap, enjoy a drink at the Members' Bar (open 6:30pm – 10:30pm), and make new memories exploring the many offices of the Department of Memories.
Outside, artwork by Sam Wallman will light up Old Parliament House from 8pm every night of Enlighten.
Plan your visit
Parking is available in the Parliamentary Triangle. Carparks at the National Archives of Australia and behind the John Gorton Building are walking distance to MoAD.
King George Terrace will be closed.
This exhibition is wheelchair accessible. Visit our access page for more information.
Food and drink is not permitted in the Museum. You can purchase drinks from the Members' Bar from 6:30pm – 10pm during the event, to be consumed in the Members' Bar.
Enlighten features illuminations projected onto the front of the building that will move and change. There will be music playing and large crowds of people both inside and outside the building. There will be hands-on activities for all ages and abilities.
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