Exhibitions
Now on
Perspectives - Jon Cattapan and eX de Medici
until 2 March 2011
As official artists commissioned by the Australian War Memorial, Jon Cattapan travelled to Timor-Leste in July 2008 and eX de Medici went to the Solomon Islands in March 2009. Read more
Images: eX de Medici, Bullpup. Watercolour on paper, 2009 OL00610.003 (top). Jon Cattapan, Night patrols (Around Maliana). Oil on linen, 2009 ART93993.
On tour
This company of brave men: The Gallipoli VCs
The Victoria Cross is the highest form of recognition that can be bestowed on a soldier for remarkable and unselfish courage in the service of others. There is no greater single honour, award, or accolade. A special 95th Gallipoli anniversary touring exhibition. Read more
Icon and Archive
Drawing on the Memorial's extensive photographic collection, including many iconic photographs that have become lodged in our national memory, as well as numerous superb photographs that are less well-known. Read more
Image: Studio portrait of an unidentified First World War soldier. P06003.001
Sidney Nolan: the Gallipoli series
81 striking and iconic drawings and paintings by one of Australia's most acclaimed artists. Read more
Image: Sidney Nolan, [Young soldier], painted in London, 1977, alkyd on hardboard. ART91435
A is for Animals
An A to Z of animals in war, from mascots and messengers to creepy-crawlies. Read more
Image: HMAS Encounter's mascot in the muzzle of a 6 inch gun. 304910
A digger's best friend
A graphic exhibition based on our hugely successful A is for Animals,recognising not only military dogs, but all animals that have worked alongside Australians in war for over one hundred years. Read more
Image: Mascot of the 9th Australian Division, 1943. 0536010
Read more about the Australian War Memorial's travelling exhibitions program.
