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'Yeribee' Indigenous experiences of Parliament House

Guide Rosemary Bruce discusses The Barunga Statement

About the tour

Hear the stories of our Indigenous parliamentarians, explore the site history of Parliament House, gain insights into how Australia's First Peoples are participating in the nation's democratic processes, and enjoy significant artworks from the Parliament House Art Collection by celebrated Indigenous artists. 

The tour will look at the Great Hall Tapestry, The Great Hall Embroidery, The Barunga Statement, The Apology to Australia's Indigenous Peoples, The Yirrkala Bark Petitions, recent portraiture commissions, and significant pieces from Indigenous artists from the Parliament House Art Collection. 

Image: Jandamarra Cadd (born 1973) Nova Peris OAM, 2019, Historic Memorials Collection, Parliament House Art Collection, Department of Parliamentary Services, Canberra, ACT
Mary Moore (born 1957) The Hon Kenneth (Ken) Wyatt AM, MP, 2017, Historic Memorials Collection, Parliament House Art Collection, Department of Parliamentary Services, Canberra, ACT
Jude Rae (born 1956) The Hon Linda Burney MP, 2018, Historic Memorials Collection, Parliament House Art Collection, Department of Parliamentary Services, Canberra, ACT

Days
Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday

Time 
12 pm

Duration 
50 minutes

Cost
Free, but bookings essential

Parking
Free for 1 hour, then parking rates apply

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More information
Call Visitor Services on 02 6277 5399 or email visitorservices@aph.gov.au

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