Momentous
Take a moment to share your COVID-19 and 2019–20 bushfire experiences as we record how Australians adapt in times of great change.
See Momentous storiesThe Museum from home
Explore our exhibitions, experiences and events online and in Canberra as we continue to bring our nation’s unique and remarkable stories to life.
Our collection
At the heart of the National Museum of Australia is our National Historical Collection, more than 210,000 objects which represent Australia’s history and cultural heritage.
Search our collectionExplore stories
Read the story behind Trevor’s inspired collecting and a curator’s delight at exploring his private museum.
Take a look at some of the Museum’s historical bicycles and explore their fascinating stories.
Explore Australia's Defining Moments Digital Classroom – a free resource for the classroom of today and tomorrow.
Read Director Mathew Trinca's reflections on two decades of the National Museum at Acton.