The Advertiser
The Advertiser has been published in Adelaide since 1858, originally named the The South Australian Advertiser.
MoAD and the Courtyard Cafe are open. There may be building works during your visit. Learn more
The Advertiser has been published in Adelaide since 1858, originally named the The South Australian Advertiser.
Explore political cartoons in Behind the Lines exhibitions online.
Everything you need to know about the dismissal
Deep dive into stories about Old Parliament House, Australian history and democracy.
Your guide to how often voters go to the polls.
Hear audio descriptions of political cartoons from Behind the Lines exhibitions.
In the 1951 referendum, Australia voted no on banning Communist ideology by the barest of margins.
The Museum of Australian Democracy acknowledges Australia's First Nations peoples as the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia. We recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We respectfully acknowledge the role that First Nations people continue to play in shaping Australia's democracy. We also acknowledge the Ngunnawal, Ngunawal and Ngambri peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the region in which MoAD is located.
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