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Breathing Space

Photograph showing south view of Garden of Australian Dreams, National Museum of Australia
Photograph showing southwest view of Garden of Australian Dreams, National Museum of Australia
Photograph showing south view of Garden of Australian Dreams, National Museum of Australia
Photograph showing southwest view of Garden of Australian Dreams, National Museum of Australia

Overview

Experience Breathing Space, an evocative sound installation created for the Garden of Australian Dreams at the National Museum of Australia.

Composed by renowned musician Genevieve Lacey, Breathing Space pays homage to the deep time and ecological abundance of our continent, the ancient, vibrant cultures of First Nations Australians and the waves of migration that have shaped the land.

Wander through the Garden and discover sounds and melodies that change subtly, hour by hour, day by day, season by season. Whenever and wherever you are in the Garden, you will hear something new.

Dates

4 Apr 2023 – 3 Apr 2026
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Map of the venue locationMap of the venue location
National Museum of AustraliaLawson Crescent, Acton, Australian Capital Territory, AustraliaGet Directions
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Contacts

1800 026 132
[email protected]
nma.gov.au

When

Next on today

Where

National Museum of Australia, Lawson Crescent, Acton

Price

Free

Accessibility

Actively welcomes people with access needs.