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Old Haunted House Experience
In this special after-hours tour, explore the spookier side of Old Parliament House.

Behind The Lines – Audio Described Tour
Hear detailed audio descriptions of 2023's best political cartoons.
Democracy DNA: the People, the Prime Ministers and the World
Follow the journey of Australia’s democracy through the debates that have shaped our nation.

First Nations Experiences of Democracy
Learn how First Nations Australians have created change in their fight for equality.

Friday night drinks
Start your weekend right with a fun night out with work mates, friends, music and good vibes.


Prime Minister's Suite
Explore the surprisingly humble office where Gough Whitlam, Malcolm Fraser and Bob Hawke once led the country.

Pomp and Pageantry
From coronations to royal visits - discover how these grand occasions are planned.

History of Old Parliament House
Discover the rich history of our national heritage–listed building.


PlayUP
A hands-on exhibition with craft, stories, role play and games to foster imagination, inclusion and community.


Changemakers
Celebrate activists and their allies who have championed justice and equality.


House of Representatives chamber
(CLOSED) Some of the most dramatic scenes in Australia’s political history took place in this chamber.


Statement: Jack Green's Paintings
Paintings showing the impact of mining on Country, culture and community.


Speaker’s Suite
Celebrates the life and work of Joan Child, the first woman to become Speaker of the House.

Highlights of Old Parliament House
Hear stories of the people and events that shaped Australian democracy in the very place it happened.

First Women in Parliament
This tour introduces you to the first women in Australian politics and the challenges they faced.


Blueprint
Explore the steps we’ve taken to build a uniquely Australian democratic system.


Truth, Power and a Free Press
Understand how a free press is essential to a thriving democracy.

HiveMind: Honeybees, Democracy & Me
Honeybees have more connections to democracy than you might think.


Government Party Room
The room where party members worked quietly and debated loudly.


Country Party Room
The party room was a place to celebrate achievements, build camaraderie and even take a nap.


Parliamentary Broadcasting and ABC Studio
Discover where the debates, drama and business of parliament was broadcast.


Clerk of the Senate's Office
See the office where the Clerk of the Senate worked and later became a movie set.


Writs to Referendums: Celebrating Australia’s Unique Electoral System
Behind the scenes of a federal election.


Zine Lounge
Express your ideas and share your opinions by making a mini magazine in this hands-on exhibition.

Australia’s Public Service: For the government of the day
Discover the inner workings of the public service.

Happy and Glorious
Souvenirs and stories from Queen Elizabeth’s 1954 visit to Old Parliament House.

Changemakers – Hidden Stories
Listen to this audio experience while you're in the Changemakers exhibition or at home.

Behind the Lines – Audio Description Online
Listen to audio descriptions of political cartoons in the Behind the Lines exhibition or at home.

Tiny Things, Big Stories
Discover how these tiny treasures from MoAD’s collection tell compelling stories of our democratic history.

Custom group tour
Discover Old Parliament House’s architecture and history with your friends, colleagues or customers.