Family trails
Explore, discover and learn with these self-guided trails.
Our family trails are a fun way to learn about Old Parliament House and our exhibitions at your own pace, with activities and challenges for everyone.
Discovery trail
Pick up a museum map at reception and follow the Discovery Trail around Old Parliament House. Complete the 7 challenges and get your map stamped in King's Hall when you finish.
Behind the Lines
Collect a family trail board at our Behind the Lines exhibition and look for the clues in the cartoons. Think about how cartoonists come up with their funny ideas.
Truth, Power and a Free Press
Use your detective skills in our Truth, Power and a Free Press exhibition. Learn about the important work journalists do and crack a code.
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Behind the Lines – Audio Description Online
Listen to audio descriptions of political cartoons from Behind the Lines 2024 at home.
