MoAD and the Courtyard Cafe are open. There may be building works during your visit. Learn more
Discover what qualities make a good leader.
The close connections between Elizabeth II and the history of Old Parliament House.
Visit the Press Gallery and see the journalists' busy offices. Learn about the role of the media in democracy.
Hear first-hand from 3 tenacious women who exemplify how citizen activism can bring about crucial change.
Students engage in deep learning as they explore civic participation in a functioning 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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