A range of exhibitions are on show in our historic Canberra building, East Block. Originally home to Canberra's only post office, the building had many later uses, including as offices for Australian Security Intelligence Organisation (ASIO).
You can find details of our opening hours and a map of our location.
 | See photographs of Australian fashion from the 1960s and 70s with commentary by fashionista Lee Lin Chin. Strike a Pose is the Archives’ entry in the Vivid National Photography Festival. 11 July 2008 to 12 October 2008 Gallery TwoNational Archives of Australia Queen Victoria Terrace Parkes ACT 2600 |
 | Memory of a Nation is a must-see for all Australians. The exhibition relates stories of ordinary and extraordinary Australians and celebrates the people and events that have shaped our nation. Open daily from 9am to 5pm. Closed Christmas and Good Friday. National Archives of Australia |
 | Seeing is believing! The Federation Gallery brings together seven key documents in Australia's history, including some listed on UNESCO's Australian Memory of the World register. Open daily from 9am to 5pm. Closed Christmas and Good Friday. National Archives of Australia |
 | Land of Tomorrow explores what it took to realise the postwar plans for defence and development. |
 | Just what did we do for fun way back in the early decades of the 20th century, long before computer games, text messaging or even television began to monopolise our home time? We played board games! |