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National Film & Sound Archive

Housed in a 1930s art deco building, the NFSA is the custodian of more than 3 million items related to Australia's audiovisual history. Special events and exhibitions available; film screening programs run at Arc cinema (check the website for details). Self-guided tours of the building also available.

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Address: 1 McCoy Cct
Hours: Sat Sun
Website: nfsa.gov.au (opens in a new tab)

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