Celebrate the Anzac Memorial's 90th Anniversary with special events, exhibitions, and lectures.
On 24 November 2024, the Anzac Memorial celebrated the 90th anniversary of its opening.
In 1934, more than 100,000 people assembled in Hyde Park to witness the official opening of the Memorial. Prior to the ceremony, a procession of over 20,000 returned servicemen marched from the Domain to Hyde Park wearing their war medals with pride.
The opening ceremony was solemn and simple and featured a short speech by H.R.H. Prince Henry, the Duke of Gloucester from the western terrace in which he praised the sacrifice of the men and women who had died during the war. The Archbishop of Sydney offered the prayer of dedication and after the Last Post was played, silence descended upon the park for a minute of private contemplation. The soaring sound of the Reveille and a resonant rendition of God Save the King concluded the day’s formalities.
Special events, exhibitions, and lectures will be held throughout 2024 and 2025 to celebrate this occasion.
View the events via the dropdown menu below.
View the schedule
Events
8 March 2024 | International Women's Day
4 April 2024 | RSL and Schools Remember ANZAC Commemoration
25 April 2024 | Anzac Day
31 May 2024 | Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Servicemen and Servicewomen Commemoration Service
19 July 2024 | Battle of Fromelles Commemoration
20 September 2024 | 25th Anniversary of Australian Service in East Timor Star Ceremony
24 November 2024 | Anzac Memorial's 90th Anniversary Open Day & Commemoration
20 December 2024 | Gallipoli Commemoration
Exhibitions
Permanent exhibition | All year
Explore the evolution of Australian military service through the personal stories of NSW service men and women.
Treasures of the Anzac Memorial | Until 31 December 2025
Showcasing a selection of treasures of the Memorial and its collections.
Veteran Artist in Residence Exhibition | Until 31 December 2025
Showcasing the work of the Anzac Memorial's Veteran Artist in Residence, Domenic Bartolo.
Photography exhibition: Stories of the Dat Do Dogs | Now available to view digitally >
Portraits and words of veterans of the Vietnam War, featuring the photography of Jack McLain.
Serving the White Ensign: 110 years of the Australian Fleet | Now available to view digitally >
Temporary exhibition on the history of the Royal Australian Navy.
HERstory: Remembering Australia’s Military Women | Now available to view digitally >
A photographic exhibition and digital stories acknowledging women's service.
RSL and Schools Remember ANZAC Art Exhibition | Now available to view digitally >
A showcase of the finalist’s artwork in the 2024 RSL and Schools Remember ANZAC Art competition.
Point & Shoot; Australian Veteran Photography Exhibition | Now available to view digitally >
A powerful collection of career imagery and accompanying stories from Australian veterans.
Lectures
Anzac Memorial
6 June 2024 | D-Day Anniversary Lecture with Brad Manera. Read the transcript >
Military History Society of NSW
Watch the recordings of past lectures here.
7 December 2024 | Florence Nightingale & The Crimean War. Register now >
The Royal United Services Institute of NSW
More information on RUSI's events is available here. Watch the recordings of past lectures here.
28 January 2025 | Selected History of the Rhodesian Conflict 1970-79. Register now >
25 February 2025 | The 25th Anniversary of INTERFET.
Public Programs
10 September | History Week Presentation: With Hope and Resilience; Marking Time as a Prisoner of War
This History Week, join us for a presentation on life as a prisoner of war and a performance of a lively reading from a POW's diary. Watch the recording>
Retail
Support the Anzac Memorial and help us celebrate its 90th Anniversary by purchasing a copy of our 90th Anniversary publication!
Ninety Treasures – 90 Years, showcases the remarkable depth of the Memorial’s rich and varied collection from colonial times to the 21st century. Within its 144 pages, vivid illustrations and 90 stirring narratives demonstrate the diversity of NSW military experience and the courage, endurance and sacrifice of generations of Australians whose lives have been profoundly affected by war.
Purchase your copy now and join us as we celebrate the stories of service and sacrifice of our veterans and their families.
Purchase your copy instore or online here.
The Anzac Memorial shop also features a wide range of items for all ages including jewellery, books, homewares, scarves and more. View the full range of products via the Memorial's Online Shop.
Tours
Led by one of our knowledgeable guides, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the history and symbolism behind the Memorial, including the Memorial’s architectural design that dates back to the 1930s and the more recent award-winning Centenary Extension that commemorates over 100 years of service.
Free Highlights tours are weekly on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Tours for groups of 10 or more are available upon request.
There are also special free guided tours on Anzac Day and Remembrance Day.
Events
8 March 2024 | International Women's Day
4 April 2024 | RSL and Schools Remember ANZAC Commemoration
25 April 2024 | Anzac Day
31 May 2024 | Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Servicemen and Servicewomen Commemoration Service
19 July 2024 | Battle of Fromelles Commemoration
20 September 2024 | 25th Anniversary of Australian Service in East Timor Star Ceremony
24 November 2024 | Anzac Memorial's 90th Anniversary Open Day & Commemoration
20 December 2024 | Gallipoli Commemoration
Exhibitions
Permanent exhibition | All year
Explore the evolution of Australian military service through the personal stories of NSW service men and women.
Treasures of the Anzac Memorial | Until 31 December 2025
Showcasing a selection of treasures of the Memorial and its collections.
Veteran Artist in Residence Exhibition | Until 31 December 2025
Showcasing the work of the Anzac Memorial's Veteran Artist in Residence, Domenic Bartolo.
Photography exhibition: Stories of the Dat Do Dogs | Now available to view digitally >
Portraits and words of veterans of the Vietnam War, featuring the photography of Jack McLain.
Serving the White Ensign: 110 years of the Australian Fleet | Now available to view digitally >
Temporary exhibition on the history of the Royal Australian Navy.
HERstory: Remembering Australia’s Military Women | Now available to view digitally >
A photographic exhibition and digital stories acknowledging women's service.
RSL and Schools Remember ANZAC Art Exhibition | Now available to view digitally >
A showcase of the finalist’s artwork in the 2024 RSL and Schools Remember ANZAC Art competition.
Point & Shoot; Australian Veteran Photography Exhibition | Now available to view digitally >
A powerful collection of career imagery and accompanying stories from Australian veterans.
Lectures
Anzac Memorial
6 June 2024 | D-Day Anniversary Lecture with Brad Manera. Read the transcript >
Military History Society of NSW
Watch the recordings of past lectures here.
7 December 2024 | Florence Nightingale & The Crimean War. Register now >
The Royal United Services Institute of NSW
More information on RUSI's events is available here. Watch the recordings of past lectures here.
28 January 2025 | Selected History of the Rhodesian Conflict 1970-79. Register now >
25 February 2025 | The 25th Anniversary of INTERFET.
Public Programs
10 September | History Week Presentation: With Hope and Resilience; Marking Time as a Prisoner of War
This History Week, join us for a presentation on life as a prisoner of war and a performance of a lively reading from a POW's diary. Watch the recording>
Retail
Support the Anzac Memorial and help us celebrate its 90th Anniversary by purchasing a copy of our 90th Anniversary publication!
Ninety Treasures – 90 Years, showcases the remarkable depth of the Memorial’s rich and varied collection from colonial times to the 21st century. Within its 144 pages, vivid illustrations and 90 stirring narratives demonstrate the diversity of NSW military experience and the courage, endurance and sacrifice of generations of Australians whose lives have been profoundly affected by war.
Purchase your copy now and join us as we celebrate the stories of service and sacrifice of our veterans and their families.
Purchase your copy instore or online here.
The Anzac Memorial shop also features a wide range of items for all ages including jewellery, books, homewares, scarves and more. View the full range of products via the Memorial's Online Shop.
Tours
Led by one of our knowledgeable guides, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the history and symbolism behind the Memorial, including the Memorial’s architectural design that dates back to the 1930s and the more recent award-winning Centenary Extension that commemorates over 100 years of service.
Free Highlights tours are weekly on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
Tours for groups of 10 or more are available upon request.
There are also special free guided tours on Anzac Day and Remembrance Day.
