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, 2,306kB)
Marion Mahony Griffin, View from Summit of Mount Ainslie, 1911.
(A710, 38)Design 29 – Recording a vision
Hear the 'bigger picture' story of the Griffin plans for Canberra. Griffin scholar Christopher Vernon shows how Marion Mahony Griffin's graphic technique evolved, and sheds new light on the talented assistants who helped produce her exquisite renderings of the national capital. For example – who were Roy, Gertrude and George, and how did they help the Griffins express their vision for Canberra?
Friday 1 March 2013
12.30-1.30pm
National Archives of Australia
Queen Victoria Terrace
Parkes ACT 2600
Free, bookings essential: Book online now. For more information please call: 02 6212 3956
National Archives of Australia
Late openings at the Archives
See Design 29: Creating a Capital, a special viewing of the Federation Gallery with the Australian Constitution, and Memory of a Nation exhibition.
Friday 1 & Saturday 2 March 2013
Friday 8 & Saturday 9 March 2013
6.30-11pm
National Archives of Australia
Queen Victoria Terrace
Parkes ACT 2600
For more information please call: 02 6212 3956
Images of servicemen from the 'Bonds of Sacrifice' collection at the Imperial War Museum, London.
Learn how to search over 375,000 Australian WWI service records held in the National Archives collection, and how to add a note or photograph or create a tribute. Includes a free tour.
Thursday 28 March, 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: Marjorie Bly
Shake Your Family Tree at the National Archives of Australia
Celebrate your heritage at the family history open day.
Each year the National Archives of Australia offers a day of seminars, expert advice and resources to inspire you to delve into your family history.
Many Australians are descendants of migrants to Australia. Learn how to find records related to your family's story of arriving and settling in Australia. Speak to experts about resources that can assist with your family history journey. Hear personal stories from fascinating guest speakers.
Many activities require advance bookings.
Tuesday, 16 April 2013
Various events to be held in participating national and state offices.
Free, bookings essential: Check naa.gov.au for details closer to the date.
The computer room, new treasury building, 1968.
(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.
(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
