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School Visits

Bookings are essential for all visiting school and school-aged groups.

The Memorial is undergoing major development changes which may affect capacity for Education bookings and school visitors. To manage this impact we have made necessary changes to school bookings, including removing teacher-guided time in the galleries and limiting the length of school visits onsite. Availability will be visible when booking online. As part of these changes, the Discovery Zone has permanently closed for future redevelopment. If you require assistance with planning your visit please contact school.bookings@awm.gov.au.

Bookings are open for visits until 19 December 2025

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Education Programs

Our programs are all linked to Australian curricula and are facilitated by trained Memorial educators.

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Planning Your Visit

Please read this information to ensure your students have the best possible experience.

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Pre/Post-visit ideas

Classroom resources and activities that can prepare your students for their visit or make great follow-up assignments.
 

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Still have questions? 

Education staff can be reached at school.bookings@awm.gov.au. For urgent enquiries please call (02) 6243 4268 during business hours on weekdays.

Last updated: 6 May 2025

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Your generous donation will be used to ensure the memory of our Defence Forces and what they have done for us, and what they continue to do for our freedom remains – today and into the future.

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Help preserve Australia's history by transcribing records from the National Collection. Enhance accessibility and discoverability for all Australians.

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Visit the Australian War Memorial

The Australian War Memorial is open for visitors as we work to expand our galleries. Entry is free and tickets are not required.

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The Australian War Memorial acknowledges the traditional custodians of country throughout Australia. We recognise their continuing connection to land, sea and waters. We pay our respects to elders past and present.
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Campbell ACT 2612
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The Australian War Memorial

Fairbairn Avenue

Campbell ACT 2612

Australia

 

Opening Hours

10 am to 4 pm daily (except Christmas Day)

 

In preparation for the daily Last Post Ceremony,

galleries are progressively closed from 3:40 pm.

 

Public entrance via Fairbairn Avenue, Campbell ACT 2612

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