National Museum of Australia
Lawson Crescent, Acton, Australian Capital Territory 2601
About the Business
Welcome to the National Museum of Australia, located at Acton, Lawson Crescent in Canberra. As an establishment, museum, point of interest, and tourist attraction, we offer a range of immersive experiences that showcase the rich history and culture of Australia.
Currently, our Landmarks gallery is temporarily closed as we work on creating a new space to bring you even more Australian stories. However, there are still plenty of exciting things to explore at the Museum. Join us on various dates for an immersive virtual reality adventure, where you can experience a day in the life of Antarctic scientists or journey to the edge of the universe in a 360-degree virtual reality experience. Please note that costs apply for these experiences.
To enhance your Museum visit, we offer guided tours daily, allowing you to delve deeper into the exhibits and gain a deeper understanding of Australian history and culture. Costs apply for these tours.
If ancient Egypt fascinates you, don't miss our must-see exhibition opening on 15 December. Explore the captivating history and culture of this ancient civilization.
We also have a special opportunity for schools to win $2,000 by sharing a defining moment. Enter before 15 September for a chance to win.
For those unable to visit in person, our curator Lyndon Anderson provides a free online tour where he explores interesting objects and the stories they reveal. Listen in and discover the fascinating narratives behind our exhibits.
Access to the Museum is unchanged, with road and paved pedestrian paths available. Please note that the National Capital Authority is currently working to remove small pieces of asbestos in the area.
If you would like to support our efforts, consider making a donation to our new sound installation for the Garden of Australian Dreams. Every contribution helps us create a more immersive and engaging experience for our visitors.
Join us as a member and enjoy free entry to the Discovery Centre, as well as discounts for major exhibitions and in our Shop. Discover more and become part of our Museum community.
As an institution, we acknowledge and recognize the continuous connection of First Australians to Country, community, and culture. We honor their contributions and heritage.
The Museum Cafe is open from 9am to 4pm on weekdays and 9am to 4:30pm on weekends, offering a range of delicious refreshments to fuel your exploration.
Please be aware that this website contains names, images, and voices of deceased Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as we strive to preserve and share their stories.
The National Museum of Australia is an Australian Government Agency, with the Australian Business Number (ABN) 70 592 297 967.
We look forward to welcoming you to the National Museum of Australia, where you can immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Australian history and culture. Visit us today and discover the stories that shape our nation.
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Contacts
Lawson Crescent, Acton, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia
Opening hours
Monday:
09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday:
09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday:
09:00 - 17:00
Thursday:
09:00 - 17:00
Friday:
09:00 - 17:00
Saturday:
09:00 - 17:00
Sunday:
09:00 - 17:00
Reviews
"Fantastic building structure, worthy of an architectural award. It's big and with that, holds a multitude of notable history. Perched on the banks of Lake Burley Griffin, you can relax with a coffee and lunch from the cafeteria. There's lots to see and for those liberated women, a National display representing women of stature, thousands of years in sculptured stone, metal and written symbols."
"If you’re from overseas you may find all the first nations stuff half interesting (which feels like 75% of the museums space), but if you’re from Australia its just the same boring stuff as every other capital city museum now. How about the old days of fun things kids enjoy like dinosaurs? Our kids were bored the whole time and despite the cool building it was a flop. The 3D antarctica was the best part (which you have to pay for)"
"I was here for a corporate event hosted in one of the museum's event spaces. The facilities were fit for purpose and they provided food and drink were good quality and plentiful. Despite a false alarm triggering an impromptu evacuation the 2 day event ran flawlessly."
"A great way for kids and adults alike, to learn so much about almost anything under the sun. It's been a remarkable experience for my family and I. We only had 45 minutes to spare so the lovely guys at the reception gave us clear instructions on what would be the best section to see, keeping the age of my elder one (9 year old) in mind. As a family, we decided that this place needs at least 4 hours if we wanted to do justice as the wealth of information is too much. We shall surely visit again."
"Great museum (probably the best we visited in Canberra) to spend a few hours. There’s a variety of exhibits showcasing everything from dinosaur skeletons to cars to Australian history. The design of the space is also really interesting—the building is set up so you almost get sucked into an area and then find yourself wandering around before you exit into a different themed room with a completely different atmosphere. We combined this visit with a trip to the National Capital Exhibition and Commonwealth Park which was a short walk or Uber away, which was nice because we then got to view the roller coaster shaped National Museum building from a distance. It’s also worth mentioning that the small but really well maintained gardens outside this museum were stunning and very educational. Definitely spend some time exploring this green space. Overall, highly recommend and a must do when visiting Canberra!"
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