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Pierrot (Sarbi) 2014, oil and acrylic on canvas, Lyndell Brown, Charles Green and Jon Cattapan, Shrine of Remembrance Collection

Exhibitions

Our program of permanent and special exhibitions tell the stories of Australian service and sacrifice at the frontline and on the home front.

Set in the cathedral-like space beneath the monument, the Galleries of Remembrance present the stories of Australians in wartime over more than 100 years.

Visitors follow this experience presented in more than 800 artworks and historical objects, interactive multimedia, rare images and films. We recommend at least 1.5 hours to explore them fully.

Special Exhibitions

A sepia toned image of the original Shrine of Remembrance design

Designing Remembrance

This nostalgic exhibition delves into the forgotten designs for Victoria's war memorial, commemorating the Shrine's 90th anniversary.

A soldier eats whilst on duty in Korea, 1952

Taste of Combat

Explore the clever ways our armed forces have cooked up meals in the most challenging spots, from trenches to tropical jungles.

First World War Soldiers in a dugout

Camouflage

Discover the art, science, and history of camouflage in this immersive exhibition.

Permanent Exhibitions

Lifeboat no. 5, SS Devanha

Galleries of Remembrance

Housed under the Shrine, explore over 800 objects, photographs, uniforms and works of art that illustrate the experiences of Australians at war and in peacekeeping operations from the 1850s to today.

The Shrine's Hall of Medals

Gallery of medals

The service and sacrifice of 400,000 Victorian men and women is symbolised by 22 replica medals, repeated to make over 4,000 medals in the 40 metre long wall.

Flowers of War

Flowers of War

In commemoration of the Centenary of the Armistice, the Shrine of Remembrance presents Flowers of war, a collaborative work of art by Kirsten Haydon (NZ), Elizabeth Turrell (UK) and Neil Haslem (AUS)

Chris May receives first aid in Afghanistan and is evacuated 23 September 2011

Gallery in Focus - Recent Conflicts

See recent conflicts through the eyes of the servicemen and women themselves - photographs, video footage and artefacts revealing the drama and tragedy as well as the humour and comradeship.

Past Exhibitions

Past Exhibitions

Revisit the Shrine's program of special exhibitions, telling the stories of Australian service and sacrifice.

Shrine Of Remembrance Collection

The Shrine's Post-45 Memorial

Shrine highlights

Don’t miss a thing. Discover our commemorative spaces and feature exhibits.

Shrine Collection on Google Arts & Culture

Find out more about key collection items on Google Arts & Culture

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