Historic

Affectionately known as 'The Eagle', the Australian-American Memorial is located in the forecourt of the Defence Offices in Russell. The memorial symbolises the deep gratitude felt by Australians to American service personnel for their assistance during World War II, and the close ties which were ...

"Here is their spirit, in the heart of the land they loved; and here we guard the record which they themselves made" (Charles Bean, founder of the Australian War Memorial). The Australian War Memorial commemorates the sacrifice of Australian men and women who have served in war. It is also one of ...

This small stone cottage on the northern shore of Lake Burley Griffin was built about 1860 as a home for Duntroon Estate workers. The cottage is now a fascinating hands-on museum and a memorial to the pioneers of the limestone plains. Over time the national capital has grown around Blundells Cotta...

Visit Calthorpes’ House and step back to life in early Canberra. Not far from the city centre, this Spanish Mission Style house was built in 1927 and is a window into an almost forgotten world. This genuine survivor is a treasure house of domestic history. Original furnishings, household appliances...

See professional glass artists at work. Make your own glass beads and tiles. Take introductory glass courses from the experts and see their striking exhibitions. The Canberra Glassworks is housed in the historic Kingston Powerhouse. Take a free tour on weekends (11am and 2pm) through the building ...

The chapel was originally constructed by prisoners of war in Changi Camp, Singapore Island, in 1944. After the war, it was returned to Australia, erected in the grounds of the Royal Military College and dedicated as a national memorial to all Australian prisoners of war.

Built as a hostel in 1924, Gorman House Arts Centre is located in a graceful heritage precinct just five minutes from the City Centre. Home to visual artists; theatre and dance companies; and arts organisations; as well as the award winning Sage Cafe and a lively arts and crafts market.

Official residence of the Governor General. The house and grounds are not open to the public, however there are open days throughout the year. There is a good view of the building from a lookout on Lady Denman Drive, south of Scrivener Dam.

The Lanyon historic precinct is set in a landscape of great natural beauty. Stroll in the rambling gardens, visit the restored 1850's homestead and the courtyard buildings. Changing exhibitions focus on aspects of Australian country life. A wide range of interactive educational and community progr...

This picturesque carousel delights children and adults alike with its air of olde-world charm. Built in 1914 (in Melbourne), the original organ, hand-carved wooden horses and two elephants were imported from Germany, while the twisted brass poles came from Scotland.

Visit one of Canberra's earliest historic sites. Discover what life was like in an 1830's rural workers' cottage. Learn more at the environmental education centre. Take a guided tour. See how the exhibitions and see how the cottage has been ingeniously adopted and extended over time. Specialist env...

Discover the world of Australian film, television and recorded sound at the National Film and Sound Archive (NFSA). Explore the interactive exhibition containing hundreds of film and sound clips, photographs, costumes and more. See the best of world and Australian film in Arc cinema. Enjoy free ...

Canberra’s national award winning indoor Sunday market focusses on the talent and creativity of regional arts and craftspeople. Discover 200 stalls within a fabulous old industrial building. Stalls offer unique handcrafted items, gourmet take home food, regional wines, and freshly ground coffee. En...

The Lodge is the official Canberra residence of the Prime Minister and their family. It was built between 1926 and 1927 as a ‘temporary’ residence, but Prime Ministers are still occupying it in the 21st century. The cost of running and maintaining The Lodge is met by the Department of the Prime Min...

Canberra's first school and school master's residence opened in 1845. The display contains photographs and memorabilia of the school, church and Canberra's early history. Adjacent to St John's Church.

Heritage listed Tuggeranong Homestead is an oasis midst the Tuggeranong Valley. Under the homestead's roofline and amongst the numerous out-buildings and extensive grounds you can discover the lifestyle of many Australian families from the 1830s through to the 1950s and to today. From 1919 through ...