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National Capital Exhibition

Main entrance to the National Capital Exhibition
Model at the centre of the National Capital Exhibition
Window display at the National Capital Exhibition
Part of the displays at the National Capital Exhibition
Educational activity at the National Capital Exhibition
Main entrance to the National Capital Exhibition
Model at the centre of the National Capital Exhibition
Window display at the National Capital Exhibition
Part of the displays at the National Capital Exhibition
Educational activity at the National Capital Exhibition

Overview

Visitors are welcomed.

The exhibition tells the story of Canberra as the capital city of Australia.

Canberra is unique in design and innovative in the history of town planning by being the result of a worldwide competition. The winners of that competition, Walter and Marion Griffin, presented a design where the built and the natural landscapes have equal importance. They designed a city that fits in between landmarks and remains in scale with humans.

Come and learn more about what was here before the city, how the site and the design were chosen, what it might have looked like and what may happen in the future.

All digital presentations have international translations. Open every day except Christmas and Boxing Day.

Map of the venue locationMap of the venue location
1 Regatta Place, Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, AustraliaGet Directions

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

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“The story of Canberra”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 5mos ago by Dan L

On our tour itinerary and guide, Neil, gave us a great history lesson on the origins of the Territory, the early settlers that lived there, the political machinations that led to its creation, the...

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“Well worth making time to visit”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 11mos ago by TassiePenny

Welcomed at the entrance with a truly genuine smile by really well informed staff members. The exhibitions give insight into Canberra design that beforehand I had little concept of. User friendly...

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“Worth a look”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 2yrs ago by ChrisR913

Worth a look. Nice views of the lake. Displays about the history of Canberra. If you are in the area drop in.

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Facilities
  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Interactive Centre
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet