School visits
Students visit the Memory of a Nation exhibition at the National Archives, Canberra 2011
The National Archives is the perfect destination for Year 5 to 12 students studying 20th Century Australian History and Civics and Citizenship.
Take an hour-long, educator-led program through our permanent exhibition, Memory of a Nation. You'll see photographs, video footage, paper documents, objects and key documents of Federation, including the Australian Constitution and Royal Commission of Assent.
Plan your visit
Educator-led learning experiences
Monday to Friday, from 9am–5pm
Length of program
One hour
Group size
Preferred size is 45 students, with a maximum of 60 students per one-hour time slot
What to expect
After an introduction your school group will be split into groups of about 15 students to more easily navigate the exhibition. Each smaller group will be led by a member of the education team
Special needs
Please contact our education staff
Bookings essential
Tel: (02) 6212 3691 or email: schoolbookings@naa.gov.au
Payment
$2.50 per student. Accompanying teachers, adults and coach staff are free
Location
Queen Victoria Terrace, just behind Old Parliament House, Parkes, in Canberra. View map
Group arrival
Bus parking is conveniently located at the side of the building. Education staff will meet your group
Safety
View our:
Photography
No photography is permitted in the exhibition spaces due to copyright and conservation restrictions
Food and drink
Not allowed in the exhibition
Backpacks
Leave backpacks on the bus wherever possible
Old Parliament House Gardens
The gardens across the road from the National Archives are a great place to enjoy a break between programs. Toilet facilities are available
Further information
Tel: (02) 6212 3691 or email: schoolbookings@naa.gov.au
