Join Clare Hallifax for a teacher professional development workshop along with educators and curators from the National Library of Australia. Author Clare Hallifax will discuss her brand-new young adult novel, 'A House Divided', a coming-of-age story delving into the events of the 1975 Dismissal, from the perspective of a Year 5 girl. The workshop will […]
The Australian Institute of Architects’ ACT Chapter and the National Film and Sound Archive are proud to present the 2025 Contemporary Australian Architects Speaker Series. Now in its 37th year, this annual program explores innovative ideas in design, art, and architecture, while addressing issues shaping Australian communities, the profession, and society. The series showcases the […]
Award-winning author Christos Tsiolkas delivers the 2025 Ray Mathew Lecture, exploring the concept of ‘Fence-sitting’, and its place in the modern world at the National Library of Australia.
Evening with the Stars. Mingle with Astronomers and gaze through the outreach telescopes. Zonta Club of Canberra Breakfast Astronomy Scholarship winner with talk on her PhD thesis. Light supper is provided.
Puffs of Smoke is a live musical performance featuring a program of short silent films, mostly from before 1920, accompanied by live music composed and performed by Phillip Johnston.
Spring has sprung, and the weather is warming up! Take a trip to Murrumbateman this Saturday! Enjoy our rural market and perhaps visit a winery or two. Local fruit and veg and native plants perfect for our environment - make a hedge and attract birds with natives instead of using introduced plants! We'll have hot […]
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Papua New Guinea's Independence with us at a lively community day! Start your day at National Archives of Australia with speeches and a performance at 10 am, followed by a delightful morning tea. Immerse yourself in PNG's rich history by exploring original records, participating in curator-led talks and experiencing demonstrations […]
Step into a world of creativity during Floriade with our wildflower journaling workshop, proudly part of Floriade About Town. Join artist Julia Landford from NatureArt Lab for an eloquent blend of archival themes with botanical artistry, inspired by our exhibition Camel trains to steel wheels: life on the Trans-Australian Railway. As you sketch iconic and […]
Join us at our Spring Markets and enjoy quality hand or home made arts and crafts, homewares, 2nd hand books, jewellery, beauty products & accessories, plus a variety of refreshments and the Rotary BBQ. Trained dogs on a lead are welcome. Profits support local, national and international projects of Woden Daybreak Rotary Club.
This beautiful market offers delightful bespoke items, crafted with care and experience, plus yummy treats for the whole family.
Join documentary photographer George Calvelo, a 2025 photo access exhibiting artist, for an immersive workshop on visual storytelling through documentary photography. With 12 years of experience in photojournalism, George has captured everything from breaking news and political upheaval to deeply personal long-form documentary projects. His work has been published internationally and exhibited in the Philippines, […]
Join documentary photographer George Calvelo, a 2025 photo access exhibiting artist, for an immersive workshop on visual storytelling through documentary photography. With 12 years of experience in photojournalism, George has captured everything from breaking news and political upheaval to deeply personal long-form documentary projects. His work has been published internationally and exhibited in the Philippines, […]