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The Australian War Memorial is open to the public. Visitors require timed tickets to enter the Memorial, and also to attend the daily Last Post Ceremony at 4:30 pm in the Commemorative Area. Access to the Memorial entrance and visitor carpark is via Fairbairn Avenue.
About the Australian War Memorial
The Australian War Memorial combines a shrine, a world-class museum, and an extensive archive. The Memorial's purpose is to commemorate the sacrifice of those Australians who have died in war or on operational service and those who have served our nation in times of conflict.
Visit - Australian War Memorial
The Australian War Memorial is modernising and expanding its galleries as part of a major Development Project to tell Australia’s continuing story of service and sacrifice.
Researching a person - Australian War Memorial
The Memorial's collections and website contain a wealth of material which can help you research the service and wartime experiences of relatives who served in Australia's military forces during conflict.
History of the Australian War Memorial
The Australian War Museum opened on Anzac Day 1922 in the Exhibition Building, Melbourne. This exhibition of war relics was enthusiastically received by press and public, and attracted large crowds. The exhibition closed in 1925 and was moved to Sydney, where it remained until 1935.
Plan your visit - Australian War Memorial
The Australian War Memorial is free to visit. All visitors require a free timed ticket to enter the Galleries and Commemorative Area. A separate ticket is needed to attend the Last Post Ceremony from 4 pm. Visitors are advised to book their …
Virtual Visit - Australian War Memorial
Find more online exhibitions, and take a close-up look at some of the incredible objects, art works, and large technology objects on display. Examine the details of art works, move around in a Lancaster Bomber, discover collection materials relating to Sport and War, and much more!
Photos - Australian War Memorial
Photographs digitised by the project cover over 100 years of conflicts involving Australia, from 1910 to 2001. These photographs give us details and insight into the experiences of soldiers, nurses and civilians in wartime Australia.
Second World War Gallery - Australian War Memorial
More than 42,000 Australian died. The Second World War Galleries show how Australians fought in campaigns against Germany and Italy in Europe, the Mediterranean and North Africa; and against Japan in south-east Asia.
Online exhibitions - Australian War Memorial
Visit the Australian War Memorial. The Australian War Memorial is open for visitors as we work to expand our galleries. All visitors require a free timed ticket to enter the Memorial Galleries and attend the Last Post Ceremony.