Reasons to explore

The National Museum of Australia has a vibrant exhibitions and events program. During gallery development some spaces will be closed to the public, but there is still much for visitors to see and do.

Visit the permanent galleries or a special exhibition, participate in a program, take a guided tour or check out the virtual world of Kspace or the striking Garden of Australian Dreams.

Symbols of Australia

The FJ Holden car is one of the most recognisable cultural artefacts of 1950s Australia. Holdens were complex symbols of freedom and independence, as well as suburban conformity.

Gallery of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples

These beautiful spear points were hand-crafted in the Kimberley region of Western Australia. The points were made using ancient tool-making principles and were a valuable item of trade.

Dhari a Krar

Dhari a Krar: Headdresses and Masks from the Torres Strait brings together a diverse collection of stunning and rare masks, headdresses and dance objects from the Torres Strait dating from the mid-1800s to the present.

Goolarri

'Goolarri: The Sounds of Broome' is in a recreated red, corrugated iron studio. Here visitors can test their skills as a radio announcer by introducing a record or announcing the weather.

The Garden of Australian Dreams is a striking symbolic landscape encircled by the National Museum.

Ask one of our visitor hosts about the many symbols and meanings incorporated in the unique garden design.

The National Museum is not just about capturing Australia's past or interpreting the present. It also explores the future.

Take a free journey through time and design a house or car of the future in Kspace, then see it come to life in the 3D theatre.

For the latest information on what's showing in the Museum's galleries visit our Exhibitions web page .

Check our online Calendar regularly for the most up-to-date information on other activities and programs.

General information about visiting the Museum can be found on the Visit web page.