Reports, policies and plans
Find our strategic and corporate plans, policies and reporting.
The purpose of the Museum of Australian Democracy is to:
- protect, conserve and interpret the national icon that is Old Parliament House to highlight the crucial role the building and its collections have played in shaping today’s Australia
- share the story of Australia’s democracy through exhibitions, programs, publications and website content to increase understanding of the nation’s social and political history
- enable audiences to actively explore how Australia’s democratic systems work and to be inspired and equipped to participate as engaged citizens in our democracy.
Corporate information
Old Parliament House is a Corporate Commonwealth Entity under the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability (Establishing Old Parliament House) Rule 2016. The Board of Old Parliament House is the Accountable Authority.
ABN: 30 620 774 963
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Media
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Map
Use this page to find the locations of exhibitions, heritage spaces, the cafe and visitor facilities.
Learn
Driven by an inquiry approach and critical reflection, we empower young people to become active citizens.
About Old Parliament House
Old Parliament House was the home of Australia’s federal government from 1927 to 1988.
2025 Annual Appeal
Help us to conserve and archive the Graeme 'Bluey' Thomson Collection.
Collection and heritage
We are a living museum of Australian political and social history.