First Nations Experiences of Democracy Tour - Reconciliation Week

First Nations Experiences of Democracy Tour - Reconciliation Week

Hear stories of how First Nation Australians and their supporters have taken different pathways to fight injustice and bring about change.

By Museum of Australian Democracy

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Location

Old Parliament House, King George Terrace, Parkes ACT, Australia

18 King George Terrace Parkes, ACT 2600 Australia

About this event

  • 1 hour

Come on this special tour duing National Reconciliation Week which considers aspects of the experiences of First Nation Australians within our democracy.

On this tour you will hear stories of how First Nations Australians have created change.

Learn about the Wiradjuri elders who travelled 150kms to attend the opening of Old Parliament House. Hear about the activists who campaigned for a voice in Federal Parliament and the accomplishments of Neville Bonner, the first Aboriginal Australian to be elected to parliament.

Visit heritage spaces including the Prime Minister’s Office and the Senate Chamber and learn about the contributions of activists like Wenten Rubuntja, Charlie Perkins and Faith Bandler.

First Nations people should be aware that this tour includes names and images of deceased people.

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