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Canberra things to see and do

National Archives of Australia

Explore Australia's history on display in the beautiful historical building that was the original Canberra post office. See documents, photographs, objects and multimedia in 'Memory of a Nation', a permanent exhibition tracking Australia's journey as a country, and other features such as the 'Faces of Australia' photo wall.

Catch the latest temporary exhibition in Gallery Two and visit the Reading Room to start researching your own family history.

The National Archives of Australia. Your story, our history.

Contact Details

Address :
Queen Victoria Terrace
Parkes ACT 2600
Telephone :
+61 02 6212 3600
Fax :
+61 02 6212 3989
Email :
events@naa.gov.au
Website :
www.naa.gov.au

Venue Facilities

  • Bicycle Rack
  • Cafe
  • Car park
  • Coach Parking
  • Access Without Assistance for the Disabled
  • Parking for the Disabled
  • Toilet facilities for the Disabled
  • First aid equipment
  • Guide
  • Lockers
  • Public Toilet
  • Shop
Disabled access :
Contact operator for further details.

Opening Times

Note :
Exhibition Galleries and Reading Rooms open daily: 9am - 5pm

Price Information

Entry cost :
Free entry -

Photo Gallery

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