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Shrine of Remembrance visitor centre

SHRINE OF REMEMBRANCE

Victoria's national memorial honouring the service and sacrifice of Australians in war and peacekeeping

Explore Melbourne’s iconic landmark

Discover the real-life stories of Australians in wartime, find peaceful reflection and view breathtaking vistas of the memorial gardens and Melbourne.

Open daily 10am–5pm (last entry 4.30pm). Free admission.

A colourful walkway leads to the Shrine of Remembrance

Ribbon of Reflection

In honour of the Shrine's 90th anniversary, step into a vibrant tribute to service and sacrifice.

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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.

  • Black and White portrait of a statue

    Immortals

    Uncover the many faces of Victorian Digger memorials in this captivating photography exhibition by Clayton Tremlett.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Galleries of Remembrance photograph by Vlad Buneyvich

    Exhibitions

    The Shrine's program of permanent and special exhibitions tell the stories of Australian service and sacrifice at the frontline and on the home front.

The Shrine Guard lay a wreath

Remembrance services

View a calendar of upcoming remembrance services or watch the recordings of past services live streams.

Original draft drawing of the Shrine of Remembrance, Melbourne

History of the Shrine

The Shrine will mark its 90th anniversary in 2024. Learn more about the Shrine’s history and view a gallery of historical photos.

A row of red seats in the Shrine auditorium

Talks, events and workshops

View a calendar of upcoming events and programs.

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