100 years of historic East Block building
About this event
Have you ever walked past East Block and wondered about its history? Discover a century of Canberra's government life on this guided tour.
Step back in time for a guided tour of historic East Block, a heritage-listed 1920s building that is now home to National Archives of Australia.
Learn about its century of history, from Canberra's first General Post Office to the Prime Minister's Department, ASIO headquarters, and other key government offices.
Explore inside the building and surrounding grounds, uncover its architecture, and hear fascinating stories of the people and events that brought this building to life over the past century.
Don't forget to bring along:
a hat to shield you from the sun
comfortable shoes for walking
an umbrella, in case it rains.
If you're an NAA Member, remember to enter your member promotional code during registration to enjoy this program for free!
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This event is part of the ACT Heritage Festival.
Nearest accessible public toilet to 100 years of historic East Block building
The nearest accessible public toilet to 100 years of historic East Block building is National Gallery Of Australia, Parkes, about 160 m away.
National Gallery Of Australia · about 160 m away in a straight line
Parkes Place, Parkes, ACT (other)
Open: Daylight hours — Internal National Gallery toilets are open from 10am - 5pm
Source: the National Public Toilet Map, data as at 1 September 2026. Distances are straight-line, not the walking route, and facilities can change — check before you rely on one. Facility record
Event information courtesy of the Australian Tourism Data Warehouse (ATDW).
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