The National Capital Authority (NCA) has begun work on redeveloping its National Capital Exhibition (NCE) at Regatta Point on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin.
The NCE is expected to reopen in September.
Chief Executive of the NCA, Sally Barnes said the project would mark the first major overhaul of the Exhibition in almost two decades.
“These major works will modernise the Exhibition and bring new life to one of Canberra’s most beloved and oldest attractions,” Ms Barnes said.
“The revitalised Exhibition will provide a modern and engaging exhibition space to better inform and educate both school students and the public of the history and important role of the National Capital.”
She said that through the use of interpretative panels, interactive experiences, multimedia, digital and tactile displays, visitors would be taken on a chronological journey exploring the people and events that collectively helped shape the National Capital.
“Visitors will be able to delve into narratives focused on early Federation, the famous design competition as well as the modern-day role of the NCA,” Ms Barnes said
“The new Exhibition through its interactive displays, imaginative storytelling and detailed themes will more powerfully tell the Canberra story — a story uniquely told at the NCE and which no other Canberra institution explores in such depth.”
The complete redevelopment is expected to cost $2.5 million.
During the works, a temporary exhibition has been established at East Place, Commonwealth Place.
