25 July 2019
Free curator talk
Second World War Galleries, 12.30pm
The Australian Women’s Land Army was established on 27 July 1942 to help meet the shortfall in rural labour experienced during the war. Join a curator to hear the story of the inspiring women who served.
26 July 2019
Free activity for children
Lower galleries, 10:30am
Hear stories of brave animals, extraordinary people, and faraway places brought to life through puppets, uniforms, and educational toys.
01 August 2019
Free curator talk
Second World War Galleries, 12.30pm
Join a curator for a talk on the events surrounding the largest breakout attempt from a prisoner-of-war camp in Australia.
02 August 2019
Free activity for children
Lower galleries, 10:30am
Hear stories of brave animals, extraordinary people, and faraway places brought to life through puppets, uniforms, and educational toys.
09 August 2019
Free activity for children
Lower galleries, 10:30am
Hear stories of brave animals, extraordinary people, and faraway places brought to life through puppets, uniforms, and educational toys.
15 August 2019
Free public talk
BAE Systems Theatre, 12.30pm
The Second World War saw tens of thousands of Australians take to the air as members of the Royal Australian Air Force. Most of them served in Australian units, while the remainder served as “odd bods” in British, Canadian, or New Zealand squadrons, hear some of their stories.
16 August 2019
Free activity for children
Lower galleries, 10:30am
Hear stories of brave animals, extraordinary people, and faraway places brought to life through puppets, uniforms, and educational toys.
20 August 2019
Free curator-led tour
Special Exhibition Gallery, 12.30 pm
Join this curator-led tour of the After the war exhibition, exploring the personal stories of ordinary Australians whose lives have been altered by war.
23 August 2019
Free activity for children
Lower galleries, 10:30am
Hear stories of brave animals, extraordinary people, and faraway places brought to life through puppets, uniforms, and educational toys.
