National Capital Authority

The National Capital Authority offers a variety of school programs onsite at the National Capital Exhibition, as well as a suite of innovative outdoor education programs.

The Griffin Mission, Anzac Parade and Reconciliation Place are all PACER approved programs.

Our learning programs help Students uncover the ‘why, where, how and who’ of the city they’re visiting.

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Onsite education

Our National Capital is a planned modern city built into an ancient landscape.

Study of the design and creation of Canberra closely aligns to the Australian Curriculum for Civics & Citizenship and History.

The National Capital Exhibition is an essential stop for every excursion when Students explore the Story of Canberra.

The Story of Canberra

The Griffin Mission

The Griffin Mission program tells the story of the National Capital, from ancient human history through to today.

Students consider why Canberra became the federal site, discuss the garden city design solution proposed by the Griffins and consider how the original vision is maintained and developed for the future.

A hands-on activity is included where Students design a futuristic city with sustainable values.

The Griffin Mission is a PACER approved program offering.

The Exhibition is open 9 am – 5 pm weekdays,10 am – 4 pm weekends.

Closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day

Free Guided Walking Tours

Reconciliation Place

Reconciliation Place is located physically and symbolically at the heart of Australia’s National Capital.

This series of public artworks sparks conversation on our shared journey toward reconciliation.

Students touch and explore artworks along the path of Reconciliation Place, reflecting on events and ideas on our shared journey.

Reconciliation Place is a PACER approved program offering

Anzac Parade

Taking part in a walking tour of some of the Memorials along Anzac Parade, Students investigate how we honour service through the creation of memorials.

Discussion builds on how conflict is remembered and memorialised.

Walking tours offer sensory learning, where students explore sculptures, building understanding about the urban landscape of Canberra.

Anzac Parade is a PACER approved program offering.

Lake Burley Griffin

Explore Commonwealth Park and Lake Burley Griffin in a new outdoor education program with a sustainability ethos.

Learn about garden city design, planning for sustainable futures, and the role of active stewardship.

Investigate the iconic land and water axis.

How is our central park and ornamental lake maintained for the future?

Online Resources

Online resources assist with introducing students to the story of the National Capital of Australia.

NCA Education Resources

HIstory of the National Capital