when: 09 August 2025 - 01 February 2026 | venue: Canberra Museum + Gallery | cost: See event for details | address: 176 London Circuit Canberra 2601 | website: https://cmag.com.au
published: 19 Aug 2025, 5 min read
Australia's Home Front: 1939–1945 explores the vital role everyday Australians played during World War II on the home front. From make do and mend to war bonds and women's auxiliary work this exhibition highlights the resilience innovation and quiet heroism of those who supported the war effort from afar.
Marking 80 years since the end of the conflict the exhibition presents unique objects and stories from Canberra and beyond drawn from the private collection of local historian Rohan Goyne. With a focus on civil defence recognition wartime messaging and more visitors can explore how Australians adapted to rationing volunteered for the cause and contributed to major international efforts—including Canberra's surprising link to the Manhattan Project.
Presented at Canberra Museum + Gallery this exhibition offers a compelling glimpse into a transformative period in Australia's social and cultural history.
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Australia's Home Front: 1939–1945 explores the vital role everyday Australians played during World War II on the home front. From make do and mend to war bonds and women's auxiliary work this exhibition highlights the resilience innovation and quiet heroism of those who supported the war effort from afar.
Marking 80 years since the end of the conflict the exhibition presents unique objects and stories from Canberra and beyond drawn from the private collection of local historian Rohan Goyne. With a focus on civil defence recognition wartime messaging and more visitors can explore how Australians adapted to rationing volunteered for the cause and contributed to major international efforts—including Canberra's surprising link to the Manhattan Project.
Presented at Canberra Museum + Gallery this exhibition offers a compelling glimpse into a transformative period in Australia's social and cultural history.
Go see Australia's Home Front: 1939-1945 2025.
Australia's Home Front: 1939-1945 2025 is on 09 August 2025 - 01 February 2026. The opening hours are: See event website for details. Conveniently located in Canberra. Call 02 6207 3968 for details. Visit their website at https://cmag.com.au.
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