Big changes to come
When you visit the Museum during 2012, you will notice some changes.
We're going to free up space to show more of the large objects in our collection, including treasured vehicles, in a new display in the Hall.
In early 2012, building works will kick off on a beautiful new café overlooking the lake. We will also begin work on a new administration wing.
Every gallery and public space will remain open during the building works. There will be plenty to see and do at the Museum, including exhibitions, programs and events.
Why is the Museum making these changes?
The National Museum is undertaking a program of Museum development to continue to celebrate our people and our culture of storytelling in new and surprising ways.
It is a process that all museums undertake to ensure that new objects from the collection can be displayed, to use the best current museum practices and technologies, to reduce our environmental impact and to provide new experiences for our visitors.
We'll post regular updates so that you can follow our progress.
In the meantime, check the FAQs.