Upcoming events
The National Archives has an exciting program of events in Canberra and around the country, including public talks, research workshops and conferences. Browse papers and podcasts from past events. Printable program brochure (pdf, 1,760kB)
Shake Your Family Tree at the National Archives of Australia
Delve into your family history with a full day of activities presented by the National Archives and others.
Speak to experts, and hear personal stories from fascinating guest speakers.
This year we are focusing on immigration. Many Australians are descendants of migrants. Learn how to find records related to your family's story of arriving and settling in Australia.
Key sessions will be webcast, including a special panel about how migrants have shaped Australia, moderated by Karen Middleton, SBS journalist.
Tuesday, 16 April 2013
Events are being held in participating state offices. See individual programs for details and times.
Free, bookings essential:
Sponsored by MyHeritage.com
Painting at Canberra Technical College, 1953.
(NAA: A1200, L15960)'A little piece of Canberra' school holiday program
Be inspired by Marion Mahony Griffin’s drawings for the 1911 capital design competition.
Take a special tour through the Design 29: creating a capital exhibition, and create a silk painting to take home your own little piece of Canberra.
Workshops for children aged 7 to 12.
Tuesday 23, Wednesday 24 and Friday 26 are booked out.
Places are still available Saturday 27 April.
10-11:30am
National Archives of Australia
Queen Victoria Terrace
Parkes ACT 2600
Read more about the exhibition at design29.naa.gov.au
Security Service Dossier
(NAA: D1915, SA15480)Security intelligence files at the National Archives
Have you ever wanted to see what a security dossier contains? Come and explore the intriguing world of 20th century espionage and investigation case files held by the National Archives. This seminar will cover a wide range of subjects including internment, national security and fraud with a particular focus on those records relating to South Australia.
This seminar is part of About Time: South Australia’s History Festival.
Thursday 30 May 2013, 11am - 12pm
National Archives of Australia
26 – 28 Leigh Street
Adelaide SA 5000
Free, bookings essential: (08) 8204 8787 or adelaideevents@naa.gov.au
Presented by: Sara King
The computer room, new treasury building, 1968.
(NAA: A1200, L72284)Find out how to access and use National Archives records online. Includes free tour.
Thursday 30 May, 10.30am–12.00pm
National Archives of Australia
384 Berwick Street
East Victoria Park
WA 6101
Free, bookings essential: (08) 9470 7500 or events@naa.gov.au
Presented by: Vesna Liso
79 British migrants adopted by the NSW branch of the Royal Commonwealth Society in Fremantle, Perth, WA, June 1963.
(NAA: A12111, 1/1963/4/40 )Discover how you can use the facilities at the National Archives in Perth to find immigration records of interest to you. Includes free tour.
Thursday 25 July, 10.30am–12.00pm
National Archives of Australia
384 Berwick Street
East Victoria Park
WA 6101
Free, bookings essential: (08) 9470 7500 or events@naa.gov.au
Presented by: Garry Billingham
National Archives' office in East Victoria Park, Perth.
Learn about how the National Archives in Perth can help you get started with your research. Find out what services we offer and how to access them. Includes a free tour.
Thursday 21 November, 10.30am–12.00pm
National Archives of Australia
384 Berwick Street
East Victoria Park
WA 6101
Free, bookings essential: (08) 9470 7500 or events@naa.gov.au
Presented by: Garry Billingham
