National Archives of Australia
Please note, while restrictions put in place to respond to COVID-19 are easing, there may be some changes to business-as-usual to keep workers and visitors safe. Please contact the business for the most up to date information, including opening times and social distancing measures.
The collection traces events and decisions that have shaped the nation and the lives of Australians. Visitors are welcome to explore our collection, online or in person, to learn more.
As well as preserving Australian history, the National Archives plays a key role in helping to ensure the Australian Government and its departments are effective and accountable to the people.
You can find the Archives' National Office by entering through the main entrance on Kings Avenue, Parkes. The Resource Centre, exhibition galleries, Cafe Constitution and Archives Store are located on the main floor.
Please Note: As a precaution to help mitigate the risk posed by the COVID-19 , we have temporarily ceased all public program activities including tours and school visits.
We will advise of any changes via our website, and on our social media channels.
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National Archives of Australia main entrance -
Connections Gallery Digital Wall -
Connections Gallery -
Spy: espionage in Australia exhibition entrance -
Cafe Constitution -
Visitors at the Archives' Reading Room in Canberra during Enlighten Festival 2018 -
Visitors in the Charters of our Nation gallery at Enlighten Festival 2018 -
Commonwealth ofAustralia Constitution Act 1900 (UK) -
50,000th Dutch migrant arrives in Australia aboard the ship Sibajak. NAA: A12111, 1/1954/4/53
DETAILS
OPENING HOURS
Exhibition Galleries: 9am - 5pm daily except Christmas Day and Good Friday. Reading Room: 9am - 5pm on weekdays except Public Holidays.
COSTS
Free
ACCESSIBILITY
Suitable for guests who depend on the use of a wheelchair in a seated position at all times.
Location
National Archives of Australia
Kings Avenue, East Block, Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Features
Cafe
Carpark
Family Friendly
Parents Room
Reviews
TripAdvisor traveller rating
Ranked #34 of 223 things to do in Canberra on TripAdvisor
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“Loved the SPY exhibition”
Really enjoyed the SPY exhibition, was very interesting, well set out and some great interactive experiences. Lovely building and very nice set up.
Wendy C
“An interesting place to visit”
The recently refurbished National Archives of Australia is a surprisingly interesting place to visit, especially their current exhibition on spies and spying in Australia. Interesting for locals and...
Adrian B
“"Spy" exhibition was great, and good location for other attractions”
I forgot about the National Archives of Australia until I went to the "Spy" exhibition and it is so underrated! The building is beautiful, friendly staff and great location to see other key...
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