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Reconciliation Place

towards National Library
Children playing among the sculptures. Photo by Jinkyart
Acknowledgement of Indigenous military service
Fire and Water
Women's Artwork
towards National Library
Children playing among the sculptures. Photo by Jinkyart
Acknowledgement of Indigenous military service
Fire and Water
Women's Artwork

Overview

Reconciliation Place reaffirms Australia's shared history and commitment to Reconciliation as an important national priority. Wander down pathways among public artworks and explore the themes of Indigenous achievements, partnerships, belonging and connection to the land and waters.

The location of Reconciliation Place in the Parliamentary Zone places the Reconciliation process physically and symbolically at the heart of Australia's democratic life and institutions. Reconciliation Place is constructed on the traditional land of the Ngunnawal people.

Reconciliation Place , (Between National Library of Australia and High Court of Australia), Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

TripAdvisor ratingBased on 7 reviews

“Symbols of a shared journey”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 2w ago by Dan L

Described as an urban landscape design dedicated to reconciliation between Australia's Indigenous peoples and the mainly European settler population, it is certainly thought provoking with the...

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“「和解の場所」”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 5yrs ago by Happiness808742

ナショナル・ポートレイト・ギャラリーと国立科学技術センターの間くらいにあった不思議な場所でした。金属の銘板に名前が刻まれていたのですが、最初は意味が分からないので、翻訳してみると「和解の場所」の意味。オーストラリアの歴史を垣間見た気がしました。

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“Reflection ”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 6yrs ago by Babycakes2014

Walking between the Library and other museums you will encounter several placards and stories and indigenous artwork. It’s pleasant and meaningful but to me it is the smell of eucalyptus that really...

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