Relive the charm of retro Canberra through captivating photographs and embark on a journey through Australia's rich history with National Archives at this year's Enlighten Festival.

Grab your popcorn and enjoy a stunning collage of nostalgic snapshots – who might you recognise?

Then be captivated by our gallery talks held in our fantastic Connections / Mura gadi and Voices / Dhuniai exhibitions.

Top off your knowledge-filled evening with a delightful spirits tasting experience from Gillies Bros Distillery.

No registrations needed to experience our open archive, just drop-in any time between 5:30 and 8 pm!

The team at National Archives can't wait to share these stories with you in a whole new light.

Gallery talks will be every half hour, beginning at 6 pm and alternating between our Connections / Mura gadi and Voices / Dhuniai exhibitions.

This event is held in association with the ACT Government's Enlighten Festival.