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The Memorial has the largest collection of wartime artworks, in the world, by Hilda Rix Nicholas, due to a recent acquisition of 39 costume designs. The Appointment of Official War Artist Frank Norton. 04 November 2024. Frank Norton was the first official artist commissioned to document Australia’s naval activities during wartime.
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. Its mission is leading remembrance and understanding of Australia’s ...
Visit - Australian War Memorial
Tickets. You need a free two-hour timed ticket to visit the Galleries and Commemorative Area. A separate ticket is required to attend the daily Last Post Ceremony held in the Commemorative Area from 4 pm. Free tickets can be booked online in advance or in person on arrival (availability dependent). Need help with a ticket?
History of the Australian War Memorial
The Memorial forms the core of the nation's tribute to the sacrifice and achievement of the more than 103,000 Australian men and women who died serving their country, and to all those who served overseas and at home. A central Commemorative Area flanked by arched cloisters houses the names of the fallen on the bronze panels of the Roll of ...
Plan your visit - Australian War Memorial
Researchers are required to request an appointment four weeks in advance to facilitate collection retrieval and delivery. Monday – Friday: 10 am – 12.45 pm, 1.45 pm – 4.30 pm. Saturday: 1 pm – 4.30 pm. The Research Centre is closed on Sunday and ACT Public Holidays. (link is external) Book an appointment.
Our Organisation - Australian War Memorial
The Australian War Memorial combines a shrine, a world-class museum, and an extensive archive. The Australian War Memorial is established as a corporation by the Australian War Memorial Act 1980. The functions of the Memorial and the powers of the Memorial, the Minister, the Council, the Chairman and the Director are outlined in the Act.
Commemorate - Australian War Memorial
Daily at 4.55pm approx. The Memorial farewells visitors with its moving Last Post Ceremony, held in Memorial’s Commemorative courtyard. Each night the Last Post Ceremony tells the story behind one of the names on the Roll of Honour which lists more than 103,000 Australians who have given their lives in war. More information & live broadcast.
Official Histories - Australian War Memorial
2023年11月23日 · Since its inception, the Memorial has sponsored Australia's official war histories. Australian governments have commissioned four separate series of official war histories over this period, one for each of the major conflicts in which Australia has been involved: the two world wars and the Cold War–conflicts in Korea and south-east Asia.
Learn - Australian War Memorial
Australian military history overview. Short chapters written by the Memorial's Military History Section that cover Australia's involvement in war, from the time of the first settlement at Sydney Cove in the 18th century to our peacekeeping roles under United Nations auspices and the First and Second Gulf Wars. Find out more.
Encyclopedia - Australian War Memorial
Encyclopedia. The Memorial receives many public inquiries covering a wide range of topics. The Encyclopedia features answers to frequently asked questions about Australians at war. It will allow you to search the contents of the Memorial's databases, and provides links to other resources. About the Encyclopedia.