MoAD and the Courtyard Cafe are open. There may be building works during your visit. Learn more

Free entry

Open 9am to 5pm daily
(Closed Christmas Day)
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Find us at

18 King George Terrace, Parkes, ACT
Ngunnawal, Ngunawal, Ngambri Country
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A smiling man, woman and two kids stand in a corridor at Old Parliament House looking at a political cartooning exhibition.

BEHIND THE LINES 2024

Our annual exhibition celebrating the year's best political cartoons is on now.

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ELECTION CAMPAIGNING IN AUSTRALIA

How parties and candidates campaign for your vote.

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People vote in cardboard booths at Old Parliament House.
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EXHIBITIONS

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A black and white photo of a group of women holding protest signs in 1975. Signs say 'sexism is alive and well in Australia' and 'dress for comfort not style'.

Democracy

How it works, why it matters and the power of your role in it.

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Collection

Our collection captures the ideas, movements, people and events of Australian democracy.

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Stories

Deep dive into stories about Old Parliament House, Australian history and democracy.

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