MoAD and the Courtyard Cafe are open. Some exhibitions will be closed from 14 July to 31 August 2025 for vital building works. Learn more
We offer unique and rewarding opportunities through creative and collaborative partnerships.
Driven by an inquiry approach and critical reflection, we empower young people to become active citizens.
Old Parliament House was the home of Australia's government from 1927 to 1988.
Our volunteers are ambassadors for MoAD, sharing the stories of Old Parliament House.
The architect of Old Parliament House would be surprised to find this building still standing today!
Deep dive into stories about Old Parliament House, Australian history and democracy.
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.
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