The Advertiser
The Advertiser has been published in Adelaide since 1858, originally named the The South Australian Advertiser.
MoAD and the Courtyard Cafe are open. There may be building works during your visit. Learn more
The Advertiser has been published in Adelaide since 1858, originally named the The South Australian Advertiser.
Hear audio descriptions of political cartoons from Behind the Lines exhibitions.
Deep dive into stories about Old Parliament House, Australian history and democracy.
We love talking to new venues about hosting our Behind the Lines political cartoon exhibition.
Everything you need to know about a double dissolution.
Explore political cartoons in Behind the Lines exhibitions online.
The 1946 referendum led to the pharmaceutical benefits scheme and the beginnings of universal healthcare.
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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