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A wooden chair and desk
Exhibition

Furnished

The unique, original furnishings of Old Parliament House.

Queen Elizabeth walks up the stairs of Old Parliament House in 1954, wearing a formal gown and surrounded by people.
Exhibition

Happy and Glorious

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

Steps with the Aboriginal flag painted on them lead up to a view of a large long white building, Old Parliament House.
Guided tours

First Nations Experiences of Democracy

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

Dorothy Tangney and Enid Lyons walk together through the front door of Old Parliament House, smiling.
Guided tours

First Women in Parliament

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

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Exhibition

Howard Library

Follow the 11-year long prime ministership of John Howard.

Exhibition

PlayUP

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

Two children looking at one of the features A woman looking at one of the features
Exhibition

Statement: Jack Green's Paintings

Paintings showing the impact of mining on Country, culture and community.

A section of the exhibition A section of the exhibition
Exhibition

Truth, Power and a Free Press

Understand how a free press is essential to a thriving democracy.

A visitor sat at a desk while tlaking to another visitor One visitor sat trying out a red typewriter while another watches
Exhibition

Yours Faithfully

Use vintage typewriters to share your ideas.

Kids enjoying the exhibition Two visitors having a go at creating their own zine
Exhibition

Zine Lounge

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

A close-up of an ornate coat with gold embroidered leaves and gold buttons embossed with the Australian coat of arms.

Donate to our collection

Frequently asked questions about the donation process and what we collect.

A tour group stand in a circle around a tour guide who wears white gloves and stands in front of a bronze statue.
Guided tours

Highlights of Old Parliament House

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