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Democracy. Are You In?

Man looking at exhibition images, text and displayed badges
Three women opening interactive panels in the exhibition
Man sitting watching video projections of moments in Australian political history
Multiple badges of varying sizes displayed on pins, one says “No Gulf War”
Rainbow flag in exhibition display next to photo of Senator Penny Wong
Man looking at exhibition panels and case of small figurines holding hand-written signs
Exhibition display case with protest signs and sculpture of a boat holding over 30 ceramic figurines
Man reading an interactive exhibition panel in front of Wizard of Oz political cartoon
Woman in red coat writing at a white bench
Small white square papers with black writing “Vote for your values”
Man looking at exhibition images, text and displayed badges
Three women opening interactive panels in the exhibition
Man sitting watching video projections of moments in Australian political history
Multiple badges of varying sizes displayed on pins, one says “No Gulf War”
Rainbow flag in exhibition display next to photo of Senator Penny Wong

Overview

Democracy. Are You In? is a contemporary exhibition that aims to encourage visitors to recognise that our freedoms and our way of life are built on the foundation of democracy.

The exhibition at the Museum of Australian Democracy explores powerful stories of democracy in action through a series of photographs, objects and audiovisual displays.

Moments from Australia’s democratic journey are presented including the 1967 referendum.

Be inspired to understand the power of your voice in shaping the future of our nation.

Dates

3 May 2022 – 3 May 2024
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Museum of Australian Democracy18 King George Terrace, Old Parliament House, Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, AustraliaGet Directions
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