Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House

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Close-up of a medal in the shape of an ornate silver star, a red cross with a gold centre and the words S. Gregorius Magnus and a golden figure.

On this day: a Catholic forgives

How PM Calwell responded at an attempt on his life.

A black and white photo of a group of women holding protest signs in 1975. Signs say 'sexism is alive and well in Australia' and 'dress for comfort not style'.

Democracy

How it works, why it matters and the power of your role in it.

Campaign leaflet for Labor candidate Barry Cohen

How does an election work? Part 2 – run for your life

Milestones on the journey to an election.

Two desks cluttered with books, pens, staplers, old fashioned 80s computers, and a pinboard covered in papers.

Clip-on earrings, floral arrangements and heritage furniture

Our Interpretation team goes through a fascinating and meticulous process to re-create old rooms.

A group of political t-shirts from the Museum of Australian Democracy collection.

Wearing your politics

A look at collection items from political campaigns.

A selection of colourful election campaign badge from the ALP, Liberal party, Greens, Nuclear Disarmament Party and others.

Why wear a badge at election time?

Elections aren’t just about voting.

A terracotta clay bust of Jack Lang, wearing a tie and jacket lapels.

When Jack Lang was dismissed as Premier of New South Wales

A look at the first dismissal of an Australian political leader.

The House of Representatives in Australian Parliament House.

How does an election work? Part 1 – Writs and Pieces

How elections work in Australia.

Alf Stafford with the prime minister’s car

Driving Mr Menzies

Journalist Paul Daley shares the story of Alfred Stafford.

Prime Minister Lyons leans across a desk to chat to wharf workers. A briefcase with the initial A.S. is on the desk.

The death of Joe Lyons

What happens when a Prime Minister dies while still holding office?

A senate ballot paper, with party names above the line and candidate names below the line, with a box next to each name.

Below the line: how Australia's voting system has changed

Australia's democracy is not static.

A boy and girl sit on a stool looking up at artworks from Jack Green.

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