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Black and white photograph of a man working in a mechanic workshop for Holden

Rear vision: the Holden collection

Next on 12 Jun 2026 from 9:00am to 5:00pm

Rear vision: the Holden collection

Black and white photograph of a man working in a mechanic workshop for Holden

Overview

Take a drive through the story of an Australian icon in Rear vision: the Holden collection at the National Archives of Australia in Canberra.

Trace Holden's journey from a 19th-century saddlery to 'Australia's Own Car' and its lasting impact on the nation's economy, industry and identity.

Explore archival records, rare artefacts, drawings and images that reveal the people, innovations and decisions behind General Motors-Holden.

Developed by the State Library of South Australia in partnership with Adelaide University, the exhibition has been expanded by National Archives of Australia with records from the national archival collection.

From wartime production to the fight for equal pay, these stories highlight how Holden helped shape modern Australia.

This free exhibition is open daily until 11 October, with daily gallery talks for visitors keen to discover the stories under the hood.

Dates

12 Jun – 11 Oct 2026
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National Archives of AustraliaKings Avenue, Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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Facilities
  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Family Friendly
  • Lockers
  • Non Smoking
  • Parents Room
  • Public Toilet
  • Shop / Gift Shop

Contacts

02 6212 3600
[email protected]
naa.gov.au

When

Next on 12 Jun 2026 from 9:00am to 5:00pm

Where

National Archives of Australia, Kings Avenue, Parkes

Price

Free

Accessibility

Actively welcomes people with access needs.
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